Stories by Mark Gorrie

Travelling often means relying on public Wi-Fi, but it comes with security risks. Learn how tools like VPNs can protect your financial data from hackers.

Cybercriminal organisation transitions from espionage to exploitation, preying on individuals for financial gain.

As vishing scams persist, we explore its mechanisms, common tactics, and how to deter these voice phishing attacks, safeguarding your personal data and finances.

PDFs' convenience inadvertently aiding cybercriminals: Avast researchers reveal PDF files increasingly exploited to distribute malware and carry out scams.

Small businesses can fortify cybersecurity, bolster compliance, and support employee productivity with web domain and content filtering tools like Avast Business Web Control.

SMBs should also consider strong personnel practices and awareness to implement a better defensive strategy than Whac-A-Mole.

The Gen portfolio of solutions for small businesses will help small businesses and scale to stay ahead of the latest cyber threats.

As the field is always evolving, laws and regulations surrounding personal data use in AI are likely to evolve too.

Deepfake technology can be used maliciously or with unethical intent, and this means deepfakes are a potentially dangerous tool.

Governments, businesses, and individuals can buy information about you that's been gathered online, like your health status, contact details and your location.

There are so many social media platforms for us to choose from— and the same is true for cybercriminals looking to deploy their next attack.

1 in 5 New Zealanders have experienced identity theft, with 5% impacted in the past year. Learn the most common types and how to prevent it.

NortonLifeLock managing director for APAC Mark Gorrie explains what you need to know about the deep and dark web and the pros and cons of both.

VPN Encryption: How it Protects Your Data and Keeps the Internet Secure. Learn about encryption and its role in internet security. #CyberSecurity.

Identity credentialing, proving you are who you say you are, needs to catch up to the technologies available. Currently, most organisations use simple means.

Have you ever visited the website of a well-established brand but something about it didn't seem right? That may not have been the brand's website at all.