Avast Enhances Global Identity Protection Amid Rising Cybersecurity Threats
Avast Enhances Global Identity Protection Amid Rising Cybersecurity Threats
In an era where data breaches are becoming increasingly common, Avast is stepping up its efforts to safeguard personal information. The company has recently expanded its identity protection solution, Avast Secure Identity, to 15 more countries beyond the US. This strategic move aims to provide individuals worldwide with robust tools to defend against the alarming rise in scams and identity theft.
A substantial spike in data breaches over the last year has delivered a grim reality—cybercriminals are compiling stolen personal information from various breaches, effectively crafting precise social engineering attacks. Such tactics often deceive individuals into revealing sensitive data or unwittingly installing malware on their devices—a painful reality that the Q3/2024 Gen Threat Report substantiates with a staggering 614% increase in these nefarious