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Bitdefender unveils new family security plans for consumers

Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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Bitdefender has launched new Family Plans, offering tailored security solutions as cybercrime losses soar to over USD $1 trillion globally, ensuring families stay protected.
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Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group

Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.
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Bitdefender uncovers massive Google Play Store ad fraud

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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data privacy
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Bitdefender has exposed a vast ad fraud operation on the Google Play Store, involving over 330 malicious apps and more than 60 million global downloads.
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February 2025 reports record spike in ransomware attacks

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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A recent Bitdefender report reveals February 2025 as the worst month for ransomware, with victims rising 126% to 962, including a notable impact on Australia.
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Bitdefender joins AWS programme to boost global presence

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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endpoint protection
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Bitdefender has joined the AWS Independent Software Vendor Accelerate Program, enhancing its cybersecurity software solutions for AWS customers worldwide.
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Counter-Strike 2 gamers warned about rising scam threats

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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gaming
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email security
Bitdefender Labs warns the Counter-Strike 2 community of scammers exploiting major esports events like IEM Katowice 2025 to defraud gamers through hijacked YouTube accounts.
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Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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crypto
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blockchain
Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.
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Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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malware
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gaming
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.
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Cybersecurity flaws risk US solar power, now patched

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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power / energy
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cybersecurity
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clean technologies
Bitdefender reveals vulnerabilities in Solarman and Deye platforms exposed 20% of global solar output to cyber threats, risking US-scale blackouts.
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Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics

Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Bitdefender uncovers scams targeting the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, threatening spectators globally with fake giveaways to steal personal data and money.
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Bitdefender report finds Discord rife with malware & scams

Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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Bitdefender's report uncovers Discord as a hotbed for malware, phishing, and scams, with 50,000 dangerous links detected in six months, targeting Australia and Indonesia among others.
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Bitdefender releases free decryption tool for MegaCortex

Fri, 13th Jan 2023
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ransomware
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cybersecurity insurance
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iot security
The free tool helps victims encrypted by MegaCortex ransomware restore their files and recover following a successful attack.
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Australia amongst top targeted countries for ransomware

Thu, 1st Dec 2022
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Australia became one of the most targeted countries for ransomware attacks for the first time, according to a new report.
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A deep dive into a Corporate Espionage operation

Tue, 4th Oct 2022
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public cloud
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phishing
Rise in hybrid cyberattacks targeting small companies sparks concern over vulnerability exploits, as corporate espionage becomes widespread.
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Bitdefender identifies 192 active ransomware families worldwide

Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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Bitdefender says the most prevalent of the 192 active ransomware families was WannaCry, which accounted for 42% of detections.
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New malware spotted in Asia reminiscent of Iron Tiger APT

Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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Iron Tiger APT malware, previously targeting Asia and the US, has resurfaced in a new custom-built malware going after Asia once again.
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Bitdefender BOX launches in Japan for smarter home device security

Mon, 6th Mar 2017
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smart home
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smart appliances
Bitdefender BOX is a solution that allows customers to protect their home networks from malware, hackers, ransomware, phishing & other online threats.