Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hackers are a busy bunch, with more than 300 million computers hacked every year — and there's a dizzying range of ways in which a ...

Can malware kill? It can cause massive damages that on a dramatic day might lead you to say something like, “This %*^@# is killing me!” Computer viruses can also induce those feelings, because you ...

Let’s be honest: most people only think about computer health when they’re facing a problem. Unfortunately, this approach can provide a false sense of security. When you understand the basics of ...

Your PC's antivirus software might be able to tackle malware, but some infections require more powerful solutions. If you're dealing with a nasty malware infection that you just can't shift, a USB ...

Your antivirus will protect you from many online threats, but no antivirus is perfect. Truth is, your PC can still be hacked even if you’re using reputable security software with a solid track record.

If you’ve ever wondered if the government has you under surveillance via your PC, then you need to run the new and free malware detection tool Detekt. It has already found traces of the Hacking Team's ...

The U.S. Department of Justice announced today that the FBI has deleted Chinese PlugX malware from over 4,200 computers in networks across the United States. The malware, controlled by the Chinese ...

Stay safe with practical tips on safe game downloads, gaming malware, cheats, phishing scams gamers face, and safe mod downloads to protect accounts, devices, and in‑game items. Pixabay, MIH83 Safe ...

To fix high memory usage by Antimalware Service Executable on Windows 11, try turning off real-time protection, uninstalling pirated apps, scanning for malware, rescheduling Windows Defender scans, or ...

ZDNET's key takeaways Secure Boot protects your PC against bootkit malware.The Windows update refreshes expiring Secure Boot certificates.To install, head to Settings and select Windows Update. I ...