File-less malware attacks – Can we fight them?

File-less malware attacks are on the rise. As a result, much has been written on this sophisticated form of attack, which is able to evade traditional anti-virus solutions due them not needing to install any malware to infect the victim’s machine. Instead, they take advantage of existing vulnerabilities in every computer and uses common system tools, such as Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) or PowerShell to inject malicious code into normally safe and trusted processes.

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ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware Earns ‘Editors’ Choice’ from PC Magazine… again!

And we made it again! ZoneAlarm Anti-Ransomware was rated “Editors’ Choice” and referred to as “a clear winner” for the second year in a row by PC Magazine. Based on the same technology that powers Check Point’s enterprise-grade product SandBlast Anti-Ransomware, Zone Alarm Anti-Ransomware went up against several competing products in a comprehensive review of the marketplace.

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5 Ways to Shop Online Safely on 4th of July

While most Americans will be watching fireworks on July 4, hackers will also be celebrating their achievements. ZoneAlarm brings you five smart ways to keep your digital life safe so you can stay one step ahead of the greedy hackers. The U.S. Independence Day has also become an opportunistic time for shoppers to buy products with the best deals. But very opportunistic for hackers, too.

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6 Tips to Avoid Phishing Attacks

Can you imagine the headache if some hacker found out your email password or your Facebook credentials? Now imagine how much more harmful it could be if he had access to your banking information. Of course, you would never give over this information to a stranger, but what if they sent you an email pretending they were your bank?

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How to Protect your Mobile Device During the FIFA World Cup

Avoid scoring a cybersecurity own goal this summer. If you are among the lucky ones traveling to the FIFA World Cup in Russia, you must be serious about how best to secure your devices and key accounts. ZoneAlarm brings you – along with the National Cyber Security Centre – some quick and easy steps to improve your personal cybersecurity and therefore have reasons only to cheer and celebrate.

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