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Community Contest - Scuderia Ferrari Prediction Challenge
Dear Bitdefender community members, We are launching a contest that will set your hearts racing. Get ready to unleash your inner strategist and dive into the thrilling world of motorsport predictions. We present to you the "Scuderia Ferrari Prediction Challenge" for the ongoing 2023 racing season! Do you have what it takes…
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Bitdefender together with Scuderia Ferrari
Bitdefender entered into a multi-year partnership with Ferrari S.p.A., to become Cybersecurity global partner of Scuderia Ferrari. Full announcement below: Forza Ferrari!
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Higher Logic awards Bitdefender the Community of the Year prize!
We are thrilled to announce that our forum has been named Community of the Year! It is an incredible feeling of getting acknowledged for our efforts and we are extremely thankful for this award. I want to express my genuine gratitude to Higher Logic for choosing our organization as the Community of the Year! This award…
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Bitdefender Blog (Links)
By Malware Researchers For Home Users For Business/ Enterprise
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Ransomware Identification & Decryption Tools
IDENTIFY THE TYPE OF RANSOMWARE Bitdefender: https://www.bitdefender.com/blog/labs/bitdefender-ransomware-recognition-tool/ ID Ransomware: https://id-ransomware.malwarehunterteam.com/ RANSOMWARE DECRYPTION TOOLS DEVELOPED BY VARIOUS ANTI MALWARE VENDORS Bitdefender: https://www.bitdefender.com/blog/labs/tag/free-tools/…
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Real Time Malware Attack (Map View)
LINKS FROM ANTI MALWARE VENDORS & OTHER CYBER SECURITY ORGANIZATIONS DISPLAYING REAL TIME MALWARE ATTACK HAPPENING IN THE WORLD Bitdefender : https://threatmap.bitdefender.com/ Kaspersky : https://cybermap.kaspersky.com/ Malwarebytes : https://www.malwarebytes.com/remediationmap ZoneAlarm (by CheckPoint) :…
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VPN vs. Smart DNS: Which One’s Better at Protecting Your Privacy?
VPN and Smart DNS proxies are handy if you want to hide your digital identity from various online services. However, their functionality is wildly different, and one of them is considerably more effective than the other at safekeeping your privacy. It’s no secret that VPNs are one of the most efficient ways to anonymize…
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The Security Implications of ‘Sideloading’ for iPhone Users
Here's some food for thought. The iOS ecosystem was always a tough nut to crack and there have been numerous arguments for and against its superiority when it comes to security. Is 'sideloading' really a threat to iPhone users? Read more to find out and tell us what's your opinion about this:
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How Bitdefender Premium VPN can speed up your internet
Bitdefender VPN can make your internet faster in some situations, including when your Internet Service Provider is artificially slowing your connection in response to online activities such as streaming, torrenting and gaming. ISPs practice bandwidth throttling to prevent network congestion during peak hours. Fluctuations…
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Taming the Cookie Monster: Balancing Privacy and Functionality
In the vast realm of the internet, where information flows freely, browser cookies play a behind-the-scenes role that profoundly impacts our online experiences. These seemingly innocuous snippets of code have become an integral part of our digital lives, shaping how we browse, personalize, and interact with the web. But…
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Bitdefender Password Manager to replace Bitdefender Wallet
Bitdefender is committed to delivering innovative, effective security solutions to our customers. As technologies and threats evolve, Bitdefender continues to proactively develop and shape its solution set. The resulting new solutions and feature modifications often lead to a need to discontinue older software revisions…
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The Ultimate Bitdefender mega-suite is here!
Bitdefender launches the most comprehensive plan, integrating award-winning security for your devices, identity protection and online privacy. The Ultimate Protection and Privacy for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android with Premium VPN, Password Manager and Identity Protection included. Your digital safety is our top priority,…
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Bitdefender Labs Warns of AI ChatGPT Phishing Campaign
With all that is going on out there, especially with AI ChatGPT taking off, we really do need to be on our guard. Bitdefender Labs warns of fresh phishing campaign that uses copycat ChatGPT platform to swindle eager investors. See also:
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Hackers Steal $400 Million From Bankrupt FTX Crypto Exchange
FTX, the massive crypto exchange that went bankrupt just a few days ago, has also suffered a giant hack that exceeded $400 million. Everyone in the tech world, even those who have nothing to do with cryptocurrency, now know that FTX filed for bankruptcy following questionable practices from its CEO and other executives.…
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Bitdefender Password Manager – Security and Proactive Defense in a Single App
Bitdefender Password Manager is a secure multiplatform service that gives users the tools they need to stay safe in a world rife with data breaches and the illicit sale of private data on the darknet. People used to have just a few online accounts, so remembering a couple of passwords wasn't that difficult. Over time,…
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Bitdefender Won "Product Of The Year 2022" Award From AV-Comparatives
Bitdefender Won "Product Of The Year 2022" Award From AV-Comparatives Check The Article Below For The Full Review:
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During my trip to Italy, I met one of our community members
If you are traveling to Italy, make sure to visit Milan, the capital of Lombardy and the second most populous city in the Italian peninsula, after Rome. The city is known for its architectural landmarks such as the majestic Duomo Cathedral, the medieval Sforza Castle, the La Scala opera and the glamorous Galleria Vittorio…
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[Ended] Enter for your chance to win a cool prize at the Expert Community Awards!
We’re launching our second contest of 2022 exclusively for the members of our Community! The Expert Community Awards is a contest that aims to reward YOU for choosing Bitdefender as your trusted security solution. Tell us what you've got in your Central account and enter the chance to win some amazing Bitdefender merch.…
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2022 brought Bitdefender VPN improvements and new features
A stronger invisibility cloak with new features setting the path to more interesting developments in the near future. Read the full retrospective on the best VPN you can get: Are you using a VPN connection? What features do you like the most and how does the perfect VPN look like for you? Let us know in the comments below.
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RanHassan Ransomware Decryptor Now Available
A new decryptor for the RanHassan ransomware is now available for download. First isolated in May 2022, this family of ransomware seems to primarily target victims in India and Arab-speaking countries.
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DO’s and DONT’s for safe online shopping this Black Friday
The biggest sales event of the year means big bucks for retail as millions of deal hunters dig into their wallets to snag the best deals, both in-store and online. Click on the article below to find out what are the best practices when shopping online and in-store: Do you have any safety tips for our community members? Let…
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Bitdefender Mobile Security for Android Adds Chat Protection for Instant Messaging Apps
Bitdefender Mobile Security for Android has received a significant upgrade with Chat Protection, which now fends off threats on the most-used chat apps: WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, Discord and Telegram, besides the SMS and notification protection offered by Scam Alert. Read more about this upgrade and the need for chat…
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People Really Want Smart Cars to Include Cybersecurity Labels, Survey Finds
The sharp proliferation of IoT devices in the past few years shows that people saw their added value, even when those devices were made for niche markets and use cases. We now see more and more devices arrive with default Internet connectivity, making them part of the IoT ecosystem, even when their core functionality…
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Bitdefender and Sharp Partner to Boost Threat Prevention in Multifunction Business Printers
Bitdefender announces a new partnership with Sharp Europe enabling the integration of Bitdefender antimalware technology into Sharp’s new range of Future Workplace A3 multifunction printers (MFPs). Read the full article below:
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Back to Basics on Cyber Awareness Month: How to tell if you're falling victim to a phishing attack
Holiday phishing season is almost here. So let’s make the most of this Cyber Awareness Month and explore one of the most basic forms of social engineering in the online world – a form that costs millions of internet users their data and money:
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How to Identify a Fake VPN
VPNs are among the most efficient online anonymity tools. Their popularity has triggered a surge in the number of services available, making it harder for consumers to choose a reliable provider to stick with. Find out how to spot fake VPNs in the article below:
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Stolen or Lost iPhone? Six Things to Do Immediately
Few things are more chilling than realizing you’ve lost your phone. While the initial reaction is to panic – and understandably so – it’s important to keep your cool and go through the standard security checklist to make sure no one can access the data on your device. Here are six easy steps to follow if your iPhone goes…
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What Happens to Your Data When a Company Gets Breached
Ever ask yourself why spam arrives in your inbox every day? Or why hackers know your name when they try to phish your access credentials? It’s often simply because your data was leaked in a breach. Read the full article below:
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Moved: Why didn't BitDefender protect me against Malware?
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Moved: Bitdefender breaks system point restore creation in Windows 22H2 and many software installers
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EU to Enforce Stricter Cybersecurity Regulations for IoT Devices and Software
The European Commission is proposing the EU Cyber Resilience Act, a set of regulations that would redefine the rules surrounding cybersecurity and lead to more secure hardware and software products for end users. Read the full article below:
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Revolut Hacked! Phishers Gain Internal Access and Compromise 50,000+ Accounts
Fin-tech giant Revolut has suffered a serious breach, with unknown hackers compromising more than 50,000 customer accounts. Read the full article below:
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Bitdefender releases free decryptor for LockerGoga ransomware
According to the Zurich Public Prosecutor’s Office, which also participated in the development of the decryptor along with Europol, the operators of LockerGoga were involved in ransomware attacks against more than 1,800 individuals and institutions in 71 countries, causing more than $100 million in damage.
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Bitdefender won Best Antivirus Software Overall in the latest comparative test
According to a comparative test conducted by How-To Geek, Bitdefender emerges as the #1 cybersecurity solution with some of the best malware detection and removal rates available, and also throws in a huge amount of extra security tools and features. Check the article below for the full review:
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AISA named Bitdefender a finalist for Cybersecurity Researcher of the Year award
Bitdefender was named a “Finalist” in the category Cybersecurity Researcher of the Year by Australian Information Security Association (AISA) for work helping dismantle #revil and providing a universal #decryptor for thousands of victims. A big congrats to Labs and all those involved!
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Samsung data breach July 2022
Did anyone else receive an email from Samsung about this breach? This email hit my inbox at 11:00 a.m. Friday September 2nd. I'll start taking steps to mitigate the damage, and hopefully prevent further spread. Besides taking advantage of the resources Samsung has described in the email, are there any other steps I can…
