Norton Logo
Please select your country/region
Cyberthreat

Cyberthreat Protection

Featured
Malware

What is cyber security? What you need to know

Cyber security is the state or process of protecting networks, devices, and programs from any type of cyber attack. Cyber security starts with users having good cyber threat defense education.
Published: August 09, 2018 4 min read

Explore topics

Most popular in Cyberthreat Protection

Related articles

Thumbnail
6 cybersecurity predictions for 2022 – from Norton Labs
Published: December 08, 2021 ·2 min read
girl-with-laptop-on-bed
9 simple webcam security tips to deter hackers
Published: August 09, 2018 ·4 min read
man-holding-blue-phone
Android malware
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read

Try Norton 360 FREE 7-Day Trial*
 

7 days of FREE* comprehensive antivirus, device security, and online privacy.
 

Join today. Cancel anytime.
 

*Terms Apply

Start Free Trial

Malware

Related articles

View All Malware
A woman using an iPad to read about how to protect herself from viruses.
Can iPads get viruses? An iPad cybersecurity guide
iOS viruses are extremely rare, but iPads are still vulnerable to other types of malware, along with online privacy and security threats.
Published: January 27, 2025 ·13 min
A woman looks at her phone and asks herself, "Is my phone hacked"?
How to know if your phone is hacked: 5 warning signs and protection tips
Learn whether your phone is hacked and what to do if it is. Here are the main signs to watch out for.
Updated: December 13, 2024 ·14 min read
A young man in a gray hoodie intently studies his iPhone, seeking information on what iPhone viruses are and how to get rid of them.
How to get rid of iPhone viruses
If you have a virus on your iPhone, there are easy ways to get rid of it. Find out how to remove iPhone viruses here.
Published: June 17, 2024 ·6 min read
Trojan horse model on a desk symbolizing Trojan viruses, with person typing on a laptop in the background, highlighting the theme of detecting and removing trojan viruses.
Trojan viruses: Detecting and removing
Help protect your device against Trojan viruses. Learn effective ways and essential tips to defend against malware and other threats.
Published: May 08, 2024 ·6 min read

Online Scams

Related articles

View All Online Scams
A woman wearing a straw hat and backpack browses a busy outdoor market, symbolizing caution against Facebook Marketplace scams.
Help protect yourself from scams on Facebook Marketplace
There are scammers pretending to sell and buy across digital marketplaces. Learn how to spot common Facebook Marketplace scams so you can avoid them.
Published: June 17, 2024 ·9 min read
A man looking at his phone learning about clone phishing.
Clone phishing: What it is and how to prevent it
Clone phishing is a technique that scammers use to steal your information. Our guide describes how it works, gives examples, and teaches you how to prevent it.
Updated: March 23, 2024 ·10 min read
A man in a wheelchair sits in a café window while looking at his cellphone and worrying about romance scams.
Romance scams: What you need to know plus online dating scam statistics
Romance scams are continually evolving. To learn more about them, pore over these online dating scam statistics, plus tips to help you stay safe in 2025.
Published: January 31, 2024 ·2 min read
Aerial view of a bustling night market.
18 Facebook Marketplace scams to avoid
Learn about the most common Facebook Marketplaces scams to avoid and how to protect yourself from getting scammed on Facebook.
Published: January 24, 2024 ·15 min

Emerging Threats

Related articles

View All Emerging Threats
A statue of a winged horse.
What is Pegasus spyware and how to remove it?
Pegasus is smartphone spyware that surveils the mobile activity of criminals, but it's also been used against dissidents, journalists, and others.
Published: January 17, 2025 ·4 min, 24 sec
Person checking if the video they’re watching is a deepfake or not.
The new face of cyber threats—AI, deepfakes, and scams
Gen Threat Labs researchers reported that scammers have been exceedingly active, innovating new techniques and exploiting AI capabilities.
Published: October 22, 2024 ·6 min read
Person worried after receiving a fake antivirus scam notification.
Going back to the ‘00s—Fake antivirus scams are back
Everything old is new again. Scammers are repurposing a popular ‘00s scheme, surprising many with its return.
Published: October 22, 2024 ·5 min read
A woman in a yellow blouse sits at her laptop researching 2024 cybersecurity predicitons with a cup of coffee looking out the window.
What 2024 holds for the future of cybersecurity
Norton’s researchers released their 2024 cybersecurity predictions. See how AI is predicted to impact the landscape of cybersecurity.
Published: December 12, 2023 ·8 min read

How To

Related articles

View All How To
A woman snaps a picture but is unaware that someone is watching her through the phone camera.
How to know if someone is watching you through your phone camera
Hacking smartphone cameras is less common than before but possible. Learn the warning signs and tips for protecting your privacy.
Published: January 29, 2025 ·10 min read
A curly-haired woman checking her iPhone for viruses.
How to check for viruses on iPhone: A detection guide
This guide will teach you how to identify whether your iPhone has a virus and how to protect it from future attacks.
Published: January 27, 2025 ·7 min read
A man learns phone hacking protection tips after Googling "how to remove a hacker from my phone”.
How to remove a hacker from my phone + tips to prevent hacking
To remove a hacker from your phone, you should review app permissions, remove unfamiliar apps, update the operating system, clear cache, or do a factory reset.
Published: December 13, 2024 ·2 min read
A man in a yellow shirt looking at his laptop which may be infected with spyware.
How to detect spyware and remove it on Android, iPhone, PC, and Mac
Learn how to detect spyware and safeguard your online activities on Android, iOS, and computers.
Published: December 13, 2024 ·18 min

Want more?

Follow us for all the latest news, tips and updates.

Twitter
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube