… Thankfully, your phone's operating system comes with solid antivirus protection and regular security patches to keep your device safe. You can also bolster this security by installing a third-party antivirus app and learning to identify phishing, scams and suspicious files. …
… McAfee's Scam Detector feature uses AI to identify and block text, email and deepfake video scams. It provides real-time alerts for suspicious messages, blocks risky links and explains the reasons for flagged content to intercept the scams. …
… McAfee offers additional cybersecurity tools, but I didn’t find the VPN or scam detector particularly useful McAfee offers a scam detector that scans emails, text messages and phone calls for signs of phishing and other scams. …
… If you're using a VPN on a public Wi-Fi network that's under attack, a VPN can mitigate the risk of the attack reaching your device. But for the most part, VPNs are just another part of your cybersecurity toolkit, but for privacy, not online security, says Tomaschek. …
… Despite the advanced security measures most AI tools promise, it's only a matter of time before scams and data breaches occur. …
… Norton’s cybersecurity suites include additional tools such as scam detection, dark web monitoring and for US residents identity theft protection. …
… Confidence and security on the go Traveling can mean fun, adventure and opportunity, but being away from home or out of the country can expose you to security risks. …
… Malwarebytes Browser Guard Compatibility Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari Pros Can be installed for free or as part of a Malwarebytes cybersecurity suite Blocks various trackers beyond standard advertising trackers Offers some malware protection Blocks scam websites and pages Lets you contro… …
… Bitdefender security suites also include tools you can’t get from Windows Defender, including a scam detector, VPN and identity theft insurance. …
… Based on these difficulties, I recommend Malwarebytes or Bitdefender if you’re looking for a cybersecurity suite with robust protection beyond antivirus. Scam Detector McAfee’s Scam Detector says it scans your emails, text messages and phone calls for signs of scams. …