NortonLifeLock stories

Hands-on review: Norton 360 Platinum
Tue, 2nd May 2023
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Norton LifeLock sent over its Norton 360 Platinum to test out. I tried it out, and here's what I thought.

Norton LifeLock now Gen Digital after Avast merger
Tue, 8th Nov 2022
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cybersecurity
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avast
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mergers and acquisitions
Norton LifeLock has changed its name to Gen Digital Inc following the merger of NortonLifeLock and Avast.

Norton blocks 1.3 million threats in NZ during September
Fri, 21st Oct 2022
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ransomware
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phishing
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cybersecurity
Norton Labs successfully blocked 1.3 million threats in NZ during September, thwarting phishing attempts, mobile threats, file threats, ransomware attacks.

Deep web vs dark web: NortonLifeLock explains the difference
Tue, 26th Jul 2022
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dark web
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cybersecurity
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deep web
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.

Encryption: What it is, how it can help, and what to watch out for
Wed, 1st Jun 2022
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malware
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bi
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big data
When sending information on unprotected networks you leave your digital life, including bank and credit information, personally identifiable information and even social media login details, vulnerable to cybercriminals.

Norton finds deepfakes and crypto scams rising in Australia
Fri, 6th May 2022
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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cybersecurity
Norton says between January and March of this year, it thwarted more than 37,098,261 threats, the equivalent of around 403,241 threats per day.

Hands-on review: Norton Anti Track 19 software
Thu, 5th May 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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technology gifts
We get hands on with Norton's new privacy tool that was introduced in March 2022.

New Norton report finds deception scams on the rise
Fri, 29th Apr 2022
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cybersecurity
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scams
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norton
Cybercriminals are capitalising on global events using deepfakes and crypto scams to mislead consumers, a new report has revealed.

The future of digital identity: the need for systems reform
Thu, 7th Apr 2022
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cybersecurity
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online verification
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identity theft
Identity credentialing, proving you are who you say you are, needs to catch up to the technologies available. Currently, most organisations use simple means.

Norton 360 wins at AV-TEST Institute Awards, takes home 4 trophies
Fri, 4th Mar 2022
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cybersecurity
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awards
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norton
NortonLifeLock has announced that its device protection solutions have won a total of four AV-TEST Institute awards.

Website spoofing: What to know about counterfeit domain names to keep from getting scammed
Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
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cybersecurity
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ssl
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domain names
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.

New Zealanders hit hard by trackers according to new Norton research
Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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Online tracking and subsequent security threats have become increasingly prevalent in New Zealand, with NortonLifeLock research revealing some alarming statistics.

What is Log4J and how does it affect you?
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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java
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security vulnerabilities
Norton Labs answers some common questions about the widespread software bug Log4J.

Norton new branding shines a light on cybersecurity
Tue, 16th Nov 2021
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cybersecurity
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norton
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rebrand
The refreshed brand identity will represent the "bright side to the very dark problem that is cybercrime".

Tech support scams are the number 1 phishing threat - report
Thu, 28th Oct 2021
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cybersecurity
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phishing
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email security
“Tech support scams are effective because they prey on fear, uncertainty and doubt to trick recipients into believing they face a dire cybersecurity threat."

Scam Alert: Flubot malware hits New Zealand
Thu, 30th Sep 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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mobile apps
The mobile malware infects and steals data from the phones of unsuspecting victims.

Online security a concern as screen addiction surges during COVID-19 lockdown
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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online services
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technology addiction
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covid-19
"Kiwis addiction to their devices has taken a toll during the pandemic, with people burnt out and unsure how to keep safe from losing personal information."

NortonLifeLock and Avast to merge
Wed, 11th Aug 2021
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avast
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mergers and acquisitions
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The companies' boards believe the merger has ‘compelling strategic and financial rationale’, and creates an opportunity to create a new cyber-safety business.

Tech support scams among top phishing attacks
Tue, 27th Jul 2021
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ddos
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phishing
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cybersecurity
These scams are specifically designed to trick unsuspecting consumers to share personal information or engage in behaviour that puts their privacy at risk.

Cyber stalking rampant amongst young New Zealanders - study
Fri, 25th Jun 2021
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cybersecurity
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norton
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stalkerware
"There seems to be a perception that cyberstalking is more out of sight, out of mind."

Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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gaming
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malware
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ransomware
The top scams related to the pandemic, including vaccine-oriented, financial relief, and tech support scams.

Encrypted chat apps doubling as illegal marketplaces
Mon, 17th May 2021
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ddos
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whatsapp
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cybercriminals
Encrypted chat apps are doubling as illegal marketplaces as criminals utilise them to sell illegal goods without fear of content moderation.

Over a third of New Zealanders fell victim to cybercrime in the last year
Thu, 15th Apr 2021
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cybersecurity
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scams
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covid-19
"As we connected to the internet for everything from work and school to entertainment, social connection and even groceries, cybercriminals took advantage and launched coordinated attacks and convincing scams."

Scammers target victims using COVID-19 vaccine news
Fri, 25th Dec 2020
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phishing
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email security
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covid-19
Security experts are warning consumers to watch for phishing attempts linked to vaccine news.