Google limits Android accessibility API to curb malware abuse - Help Net Security Android accessibility API abuse by malware prompts Google to restrict access in APM, limiting screen control, overlays, and fraud.

Google limits Android accessibility API to curb malware abuse Google is restricting how Android apps can use accessibility features after years of abuse by banking Trojans and mobile malware. The c...

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Malwarebytes: AI use is rising fast, but trust in it is falling even faster A new survey from Malwarebytes finds that growing use of AI tools is colliding with deepening public distrust, as 90 perc...

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You have done it a thousand times. Right-click. Delete. Empty Trash. Done. Except it’s not done. That file, your tax return, your private photos, that EmbezzlementPlan.doc… it’s all still sitting on your drive. Invisible to you, but not to anyone with a $30 recovery tool downloaded from the internet. ## The problem: Your deleted files aren’t actually gone Most users assume that deleting a file removes it permanently. In reality, standard deletion only removes the file’s reference from the file system. The underlying data often remains intact on disk until it is overwritten by other files. Think of it like tearing the table of contents out of a book while leaving all the pages intact. The operating system forgets where the file is listed, but the data itself is still there. The space the file used gets marked as available for new data. Until something else writes over it, the original file may remain fully readable on the disk. Depending on how you use your computer, that could take days, weeks, or even months. Recovery software exploits this. It scans your drive for data that still exists but is no longer listed in the file system. If you’re trying to recover a file you accidentally deleted, this is a lifesaver. But if you’re trying to permanently dispose of sensitive information, it’s a serious problem. ## The answer: Overwrite, don’t just delete To address this privacy gap, we’ve introduced File Shredder for Windows. It permanently destroys the files and folders you’re trying to delete so they can’t be recovered. When you overwrite a file, you replace every single byte of its contents with new data. The original information is physically altered on the disk surface. Once overwritten, the original data no longer exists. There is nothing left to recover. But one overwrite is not always enough. Advanced recovery techniques can sometimes detect traces of previous data, especially on older hard drives where magnetic patterns leave subtle residue. That’s why File Shredder doesn’t just overwrite once. Depending on your chosen security level, it overwrites multiple times, using different patterns each pass. ## **How it works** File Shredder uses **DoD 5220.22-M** , a data sanitization standard developed by the US Department of Defense for securely destroying classified data stored on computers. The standard overwrites data using specific patterns: * Zero-fill passes (every byte set to 0x00) * One-fill passes (every byte set to 0xFF) * Cryptographically random data passes * Verification to confirm the overwrite was successful Why these specific patterns? Zeros and ones represent binary data. Random data adds unpredictability. By cycling through these patterns multiple times, the original magnetic or electronic state of the storage medium is thoroughly disrupted, making forensic recovery impractical. When File Shredder finishes, that file isn’t just deleted. It’s gone. ## **Three levels of shredding** File Shredder overwrites a file before deleting it, helping prevent recovery after it is removed. This is most meaningful on traditional hard drives, where overwrite passes are more direct and predictable. On SSDs, storage works differently, so multiple passes do not provide the same level of assurance. File Shredder offers a few levels so you can choose the right balance of speed and confidence for your device and use case. Not every file on your computer will need military-grade destruction. Shredding takes time because each pass means reading and writing the entire file contents. File Shredder gives you three options, so you can balance security against speed. ### **Basic (1 Pass)** The entire file is overwritten with zeros. This is the fastest option and is effective for everyday file deletion where you want to prevent casual recovery. If someone ran a recovery tool after a Basic shred, they would find nothing but empty data where your file used to be. Best for: Temporary files, downloads you no longer need, general cleanup where speed matters. ### **Thorough (4 Passes, DoD 5220.22-M)** The file is overwritten with zeros, then ones, then random data, then zeros again. After these passes complete, File Shredder performs a verification step, reading the file back to confirm the overwrite patterns were successfully written. This catches any disk errors or write failures that might have left original data intact. Pattern: _Zeros (0x00) > Ones (0xFF) > Random > Zeros (0x00)_ Best for: Financial documents, tax records, personal identification documents, medical records, anything you would not want exposed in a data breach or if your computer were stolen. ### **Paranoid (8 Passes, Extended DoD 5220.22-M)** This runs the full zeros-ones-random-zeros sequence twice, with verification after completion. The additional passes provide extra assurance against advanced forensic recovery techniques. Pattern: _Zeros > Ones > Random > Zeros > Zeros > Ones > Random > Zeros_ Best for: Highly confidential business data, legal documents, intellectual property, anything subject to regulatory compliance, or situations where you need absolute certainty. **A note on SSDs** Solid-state drives (SSDs) behave differently from traditional hard drives because wear leveling and flash translation layers may redirect writes to different physical blocks. This means overwriting a file once or multiple times does not guarantee the original data was overwritten. Multi-pass shredding methods were designed for HDDs and are less predictable on SSDs. ## **How to get started** File Shredder lives in the **Tools** section of your Malwarebytes desktop software, alongside other system utilities. We designed it to be straightforward while ensuring you understand the permanence of what you are about to do. **Select** Choose individual files, entire folders, or multiple items at once. File Shredder automatically protects critical system files, so you cannot accidentally shred something that would damage Windows or your Malwarebytes installation. Before anything happens, you’ll see a complete list of every file that will be shredded, with full visibility into file names, locations, and sizes. **Confirm** Clear warning dialogs explain that destruction is permanent. You must explicitly acknowledge before anything is destroyed. Once a file is shredded, it cannot be recovered. **Shred** Choose your level (Basic, Thorough, or Paranoid) and confirm. During shredding, you’ll see real-time progress showing: * which file is being shredded * how far along the process is * estimated time remaining You can pause or cancel the job. However, once File Shredder starts working on a file, it finishes shredding that file before stopping. This prevents files from being left in a partially overwritten state, which could leave them corrupted or difficult to delete properly. **Done** When shredding completes, File Shredder shows a report listing every file that was successfully destroyed. You’ll also receive a notification confirming the job is finished. ## How File Shredder handles large files safely Shredding large files or deeply nested directories can use a lot of CPU and resources on your machine. To balance security with performance, the implementation includes: * Buffered write operations for efficient disk access * Chunked overwrite processing to handle large files without excessive memory use * Recursive folder shredding that processes entire directory trees * Cancellation handling where feasible, without leaving partial data behind * Error reporting so you know if any file could not be shredded (for example, if it’s open in another application) ## Preventing accidental shredding Building a feature that claims to permanently destroy data is a serious responsibility. We did not just write the code and assume it worked. We tested aggressively. Because shredding is irreversible, the UI incorporates multiple safeguards before execution: * Explicit file or folder selection * Clear warnings about permanent deletion * Confirmation prompts before shredding begins * Shredding prevention on protected system paths or Malwarebytes files ## When you’re done with a file, it should really be done For too long, “delete” has mostly meant out of sight, not out of existence. File Shredder changes that. By securely overwriting files before removing them, it helps ensure your sensitive data stays private even after you delete it. * * * **We don’t just report on threats—we remove them** Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Keep threats off your devices by downloading Malwarebytes today.

Delete doesn’t mean gone. Here’s how File Shredder fixes that When you delete a file, it's not really gone. We explain what really happens to deleted files and how File Shredder erases them...

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Hackers may have breached FBI wiretap network via supply chain A suspected breach of the FBI’s wiretap network has investigators asking whether a nation-state was involved.

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One click on this fake Google Meet update can give attackers control of your PC We found a fake Google Meet update that enrolls the victim's Windows PC in an attacker's device management system.

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Most of us think deleting a file means it’s gone for good. But “delete” on a Windows device often just means “out of sight,” not necessarily “out of reach.” That’s where File Shredder, a new feature within Malwarebytes Tools for Windows, comes in. File Shredder lets you securely delete files from your hard drive or USB drive, so the files are not just removed—but completely unrecoverable, even with specialized recovery software. ## What File Shredder does differently When you delete a file by placing it in your Recycle Bin and emptying the contents, your computer typically removes the reference to it—but the data itself can remain on the drive until it’s overwritten. That leftover data can sometimes be recovered using basic digital tools, some of which can even be downloaded for free online. These data traces pose a problem if the file you want to delete includes personal, financial, or other sensitive information, like tax documents, scanned IDs, contracts, or anything else you would like to remain private forever. File Shredder goes beyond standard deletion by instead permanently overwriting the file data, ensuring it can’t be reconstructed or recovered. Once a file is shredded, it’s gone for good—no undo, no recovery, no second chances. That makes File Shredder especially useful when: * You’re cleaning up sensitive files before selling or donating a device * You need to securely remove files from a USB drive * You’re minimizing digital clutter without leaving data behind * You want peace of mind that private files stay private ## How to use File Shredder File Shredder is designed to be powerful without being complicated. To use File Shredder: * Open the Malwarebytes app and select the “Tools” icon from the lefthand menu (the screwdriver and wrench icon) * From this menu, find and click on “File Shredder” * Once here, you can manually add files or folders to the list and then click on the button “Delete permanently” * You will be asked to confirm your request before File Shredder deletes the files * The Malwarebytes Tools screen * Manually select files and folders for deletion * Confirm your deletion requests * Done! After your files are deleted by File Shredder you can move on, confident that the data can’t be accessed again. ## Protection means your data is in your control Cybersecurity isn’t just about blocking threats—it’s also about giving you control over your own data. File Shredder provides a way to do exactly that, helping you close the door on files that you no longer want on your devices. Because when you’re done with a file, it should really be done. * * * **We don’t just report on threats—we remove them** Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Keep threats off your devices by downloading Malwarebytes today.

Windows File Shredder: When deleting a file isn’t enough File Shredder for Windows from Malwarebytes lets you truly, actually, really delete a file or folder from your hard drive or USB drive. Mo...

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Fake Google Security Page Turns Your Browser Into a Spy Malwarebytes exposes a phishing campaign using a fake Google security page to turn victims' browsers into full surveillance tools via a malicious PWA.

Fake Google Security Page Turns Your Browser Into a Spy

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ChatGPT peut vous aider à identifier les arnaques en ligne : voici comment ça fonctionne Grâce à l’application Malwarebytes qu’on peut connecter à ChatGPT, le chabot devient capable d’analyser les messages, adresses e-mail ou liens suspects, pour vous indiquer si vous risquez de tomber da...

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Le chabot devient capable d’analyser les messages, adresses e-mail ou liens suspects
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不審なメールの判断はAIに丸投げ。ChatGPT連携ツールが超優秀だった | ライフハッカー・ジャパン ChatGPTのアプリにセキュリティの老舗「Malwarebytes」が登場。不審なURLやメール、電話番号を質問することで、詐欺かどうかを判断してくれます。

不審なメールの判断はAIに丸投げ｡ #ChatGPT 連携ツールが超優秀だった - ライフハッカー

ChatGPTのアプリにセキュリティの老舗「 #Malwarebytes 」が登場。不審なURLやメール、電話番号を質問することで、詐欺かどうかを判断してくれます。
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Προσοχή: Ψεύτικος ιστότοπος 7-Zip διαδίδει κακόβουλο λογισμικό σε χρήστες Windows Η Malwarebytes προειδοποιεί για το 7zip[.]com, το οποίο εγκαθιστά κρυφά proxyware και trojans, μετατρέποντας τον υπολογιστή των θυμάτων σε κόμβο για κυβερνοεγκληματίες.

⚠️Προειδοποίηση για κακόβουλο λογισμικό στον ιστότοπο 7zip[.]com. Μάθετε πώς το ψεύτικο 7-Zip μολύνει Windows PC με proxyware και ποιο είναι το επίσημο site για ασφαλή λήψη. #7Zip #Malwarebytes #CyberSecurityNews

Malwarebytes Highlights Vulnerabilities in Social Media Platforms for Children Under 13 Malwarebytes' new research reveals how social media platforms can expose kids under 13 to illicit content, urging parental involvement for safety.

Malwarebytes Highlights Vulnerabilities in Social Media Platforms for Children Under 13 #United_States #Santa_Clara #Social_Media #Online_Safety #Malwarebytes

Scammers Are Sending Fake Invites With Malware Malwarebytes Labs has identified a new scam in which threat actors are using party invites to trick users into installing a remote access tool (RAT) that gives them full control over infected devices.

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#Malwarebytes Labs has identified a new #scam in which threat actors are using #party invites to trick users into installing a #remoteaccesstool ( #RAT) that gives them full control over #infecteddevices.

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Use ChatGPT to Flag Scams Instantly With Malwarebytes Learn how the ChatGPT Malwarebytes scam checker helps you spot phishing emails, fake links, and risky texts fast using Malwarebytes threat data.

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تعاون بين ChatGPT وMalwarebytes لمكافحة الاحتيال الإلكتروني Malwarebytes تعلن عن شراكة مع ChatGPT للكشف عن الاحتيال الرقمي أعلنت شركة Malwarebytes عن تعاون جديد مع ChatGPT، يهدف إلى تمكين المستخدمين من اكتشاف عمليات الاحتيال الرقمي بشكل فوري. يمكن للمستخدمين الآن طرح سؤال بسيط عبر ChatGPT: “Malwarebytes، هل هذا احتيال؟” للتحقق من طبيعة الرسائل والمواقع المشبوهة. تأتي هذه المبادرة في وقت تزايد فيه تعرض الأفراد لرسائل بريدية ونصوص ومواقع احتيالية، حيث بات المحتالون يستخدمون تقنيات الذكاء الاصطناعي لإنتاج محتوى مقنع. وقد أكدت Malwarebytes على أن استخدام الذكاء الاصطناعي لم يعد مقتصراً على المهاجمين، بل أصبح وسيلة فعالة لحماية المستخدمين، إذ أصبحت خدماتها متاحة عبر ChatGPT دون الحاجة لتحميل برامج إضافية. كيفية استخدام Malwarebytes في ChatGPT تساعد الأداة الجديدة المستخدمين في اتخاذ قرارات أكثر أماناً عند تلقي رسائل أو روابط يشتبه في مصداقيتها. يمكنهم ببساطة نسخ المحتوى الاستيضاحي وسؤال ChatGPT عن مدى صحة الرسالة أو الرابط. وتكون هذه الخدمات متاحة للمستخدمين بعد تسجيل الدخول إلى حساباتهم في ChatGPT، حيث يمكنهم إضافة تطبيق Malwarebytes بسهولة. بعد إكمال هذا الإجراء، يستفيد المستخدمون من الأداة مباشرة عبر كتابة @Malwarebytes أو استخدام العبارة “Malwarebytes، هل هذا احتيال؟”، مع إمكانية لصق المحتوى المراد التحقق منه. تقوم الإضافة بتحليل المحتوى المعروض باستخدام استخبارات التهديدات، وتوفر تقييمات خطورة واضحة مع إرشادات حول الخطوات التالية، مما يسهل على المستخدمين اتخاذ قرارات مدروسة دون الحاجة لمغادرة المحادثة. خسائر الاحتيال تصل لـ 442 مليار دولار في 2025 وفقاً لتقرير Global State of Scams 2025، فإن عمليات الاحتيال كلفت الاقتصاد العالمي حوالي 442 مليار دولار من أموال المستهلكين في السنة الماضية، مما يعكس التهديد المتزايد والحاجة الملحّة لأدوات فعالة للتحقق من المحتوى المشبوه. يمكن لمستخدمي Malwarebytes داخل ChatGPT فحص مجموعة متنوعة من المحتويات، بما في ذلك الرسائل النصية والبريد الإلكتروني والروابط، مما يساهم في حماية المستخدمين من الخسائر المالية. يمكن إرسال المحتوى المشبوه مباشرة إلى الشركة الأمنية، مما يعزز قدرات الكشف والحماية بشكل عام. وهي متاحة لمستخدمي ChatGPT ضمن فئات Free وPlus وTeam وEnterprise. تعكس هذه الشراكة اتجاهًا متزايدًا نحو دمج حلول الأمن السيبراني في الأدوات الرقمية المستخدمة يومياً، مما يسعى إلى الحد من مخاطر الاحتيال الرقمي وتعزيز الأمان على الإنترنت.

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Scam-checking just got easier: Malwarebytes is now in ChatGPT Malwarebytes is now in ChatGPT, making it the first cybersecurity provider that can deliver novel expertise without ever leaving the chat.

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詐欺チェックがさらに簡単になりました : #Malwarebytes が #ChatGPT に登場
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Malwarebytes Integrates Real-Time Scam Detection Directly into ChatGPT

Scammers stole $442 BILLION last year. Now, you can ask ChatGPT "Malwarebytes, is this a scam?" for FREE real-time checks on any link, email, or phone number. A game-changer for digital safety.
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Malwarebytes 將即時詐騙偵測功能直接整合進 ChatGPT

全球詐騙年損4420億美元！Malwarebytes直接整合ChatGPT，免費幫你即時辨識釣魚連結與詐騙訊息。
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Malwarebytes が ChatGPT に直接組み込まれるリアルタイム詐欺検出機能を統合

ChatGPTに直接統合されたMalwarebytesの詐欺検出機能が無料で利用可能に。昨年世界で約4,420億ドルの被害が出た詐欺から、リンクやメールを貼るだけで即座に保護を。詳細は記事のコメント欄へ。
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Malwarebytes интегрирует детектор мошенничества в ChatGPT Компания Malwarebytes, известный разработчик решений кибербезо...

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Malwarebytes débarque dans ChatGPT pour détecter les arnaques Malwarebytes s'invite dans ChatGPT pour vérifier SMS, liens et numéros suspects en quelques secondes. Comment activer et utiliser cet outil.

🌐 Malwarebytes débarque dans ChatGPT pour détecter les arnaques

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ChatGPT transformé en détecteur d'arnaques grâce à la nouvelle intégration de Malwarebytes - ZDNET Êtes-vous victime d'une arnaque ? Ce nouvel outil pour ChatGPT analyse les numéros, courriels et liens suspects afin de vous protéger.

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As a Browser Guard user, you might not have noticed much difference lately. Browser Guard still blocks scams and phishing attempts just like always, and, in many cases, even better. But behind the scenes, almost everything changed. The rules that govern how browser extensions work went through a major overhaul, and we had to completely rebuild how Browser Guard protects you. ## First, what is Manifest v3 (and v2)? Browser extensions include a configuration file called a “manifest”. Think of it as an instruction manual that tells your browser what an extension can do and how it’s allowed to do it. **Manifest v3** is the latest version of that system, and it’s now the only option allowed in major browsers like Chrome and Edge. In **Manifest v2** , Browser Guard could use highly customized logic to analyze and block suspicious activity _as it happened_ , protecting you as you browsed the web. With **Manifest v3,** that flexibility is mostly gone. Extensions can no longer run deeply complex, custom logic in the same way. Instead, we can only pass static rule lists to the browser, called Declarative Net Request (DNR) rules. But those DNR rules come with strict constraints. Rule sets are size-limited by the browser to save space. Because rules are stored as raw JSON files, developers can’t use other data types to make them smaller. And updating those DNR rules can only be done by updating the extension entirely. This is less of a problem on Chrome, which allows developers to push updates quickly, but other browsers don’t currently support this fast-track process. Dynamic rule updates exist, but they’re limited, and nowhere near large enough to hold the full set of rules. In short, we couldn’t simply port Browser Guard from Manifest v2 to v3. The old approach wouldn’t keep our users protected. ## A note about Firefox and Brave Firefox and Brave chose a different path and continue to support the more flexible Manifest v2 method of blocking requests. However, since Brave doesn’t have its own extension store, users can only install extensions they already had before Google removed Manifest v2 extensions from the Chrome Web Store. Though Brave also has strong out-of-the-box ad protection. For Browser Guard users on Firefox, rest assured the same great blocking techniques will continue to work. ## How Browser Guard still protects you Given all of this, we had to get creative. Many ad blockers already support pattern-based matching to stop ads and trackers. We asked a different question: what if we could use similar techniques to catch scam and phishing attempts before we know the specific URL is malicious? Better yet, what if we did it without relying on the new DNR APIs? So, we built a new pattern-matching system focused specifically on scam and phishing behavior, supporting: * Full regex-based URL matching * Full XPath and querySelector support * Matching against any content on the page * Favicon spoof detection For example, if a site is hosted on Amazon S3, contains a password-input field, and uses a homoglyph in the URL to trick users into thinking they were logging into Facebook, Browser Guard can detect that combination—even if we’ve never seen the URL before. ## Why this matters more now With AI, attackers can create near-perfect duplicates of websites easier than ever. And did you spot the homoglyph in the URL? Nope, neither did I! That’s why we designed this system so we can update its rules every 30 minutes, instead of waiting for full extension updates. ## But I still see static blocking rules in Browser Guard That’s true—for now. We’ve found a temporary workaround that lets us support all the rules that we had before. However, we had to remove some of the more advanced logic that used to sit on top of them. For example, we can’t use these large datasets to block subframe requests, only main frame requests. Nor can we stack multiple logic layers together; blocking is limited to simple matches (regex, domains and URLs). Those limits are a big reason we’re investing more heavily in pattern-based and heuristic protection. ## Pure heuristics From day one, Browser Guard has used heuristics (behavior) to detect scams and phishing, monitoring behavior on the page to match suspicious activity. For example, some scam pages deliberately break your browser’s back button by abusing `window.replaceState`, then trick you into calling that scammer’s “computer helpline.” Others try to convince you to run malicious commands on your computer. Browser Guard can detect these behaviors and warn you before you fall for them. ## What’s next? Did someone say AI? You’ve probably seen Scam Guard in other Malwarebytes products. We’re currently working on a version tailored specifically for Browser Guard. More soon! ## Final thoughts While Manifest v3 introduced meaningful improvements to browser security, it also created real challenges for security tools like Browser Guard. Rather than scaling back, the Browser Guard team rebuilt our approach from the ground up, focusing on behavior, patterns, and faster response times. The result is protection that’s different under the hood, but just as committed to keeping you safe online. * * * **We don’t just report on scams—we help detect them** Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. If something looks dodgy to you, check if it’s a scam using Malwarebytes Scam Guard, a feature of our mobile protection products. Submit a screenshot, paste suspicious content, or share a text or phone number, and we’ll tell you if it’s a scam or legit. Download Malwarebytes Mobile Security for iOS or Android and try it today!

How Manifest v3 forced us to rethink Browser Guard, and why that’s a good thing Browser Guard still blocks scams and phishing like it always has. But we had to rebuild the way it does that f...

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You can now ask ChatGPT to check if something is a scam, thanks to Malwarebytes Malwarebytes has added a new feature to ChatGPT that helps users check whether something is a scam. The tool lets people and small businesses assess

You can now ask ChatGPT to check if something is a scam, thanks to Malwarebytes Malwarebytes has added a new feature to ChatGPT that helps users check whether something is a scam. The tool lets peo...

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Malwarebytes Enhances ChatGPT to Combat Scams and Online Threats Effectively Malwarebytes integrates its expertise in cybersecurity with ChatGPT, providing users accurate assessments against online scams and threats.

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If you’ve ever stared at a suspicious text, email, or link and thought _“Is this a scam… or am I overthinking it?”_ Well, you’re not alone. Scams are getting harder to spot, and even savvy internet users get caught off guard. That’s why Malwarebytes is the first cybersecurity provider available directly inside ChatGPT, bringing trusted threat intelligence to millions of people right where these questions happen. Simply ask: “Malwarebytes, is this a scam?” and you’ll get a clear, informed answer—super fast. ## **How to access** To access Malwarebytes inside ChatGPT: * Sign in to ChatGPT * Go to Apps * Search for Malwarebytes and press Connect * From then on, you can “@Malwarebytes” to check if a text message, DM, email, or other content seems malicious. ## **Cybersecurity help, right when and where you need it** Malwarebytes in ChatGPT lets you tap into our cybersecurity expertise without ever leaving the conversation. Whether something feels _off_ or you want a second opinion, you can get trusted guidance in no time at all. Here’s what you can do: **Spot scams faster** Paste in a suspicious text message, email, or DM and get: * A clear, point-by-point breakdown of phishing or any known red flags * An explanation of _why_ something looks risky * Practical next steps to help you stay safe You won’t get any jargon or guessing from us. What you will get is 100% peace of mind. **Check links, domains, and phone numbers** Not sure if a URL, website, or phone number is legit? Ask for a risk assessment informed by Malwarebytes threat intelligence, including: * Signs of suspicious activity * Whether the link or sender has been associated with scams * If a domain is newly registered, follows redirects, or other potentially suspicious elements * What to do next—block it, ignore it, or proceed with caution ## **Powered by real threat intelligence** The verdicts you get aren’t based on vibes or generic advice. They’re powered by Malwarebytes’ continuously updated threat intelligence—the same real-world data that helps protect millions of devices and people worldwide every day. If you spot something suspicious, you can submit it directly to Malwarebytes through ChatGPT. Those reports help strengthen threat intelligence, making the internet safer not just for you, but for everyone. * **Link reputation scanner:** Checks URLs against threat intelligence databases, detects newly registered domains (<30 days), and follows redirects. * **Phone number reputation check:** Validates phone numbers against scam/spam databases, including carrier and location details. * **Email address reputation check:** Analyzes email domains for phishing & other malicious activity. * **WHOIS domain lookup:** Retrieves registration data such as registrar, creation and expiration dates, and abuse of contacts. * **Verify domain legitimacy:** Look up domain registration details to identify newly created or suspicious websites commonly used in phishing attacks. * **Get geographic context:** Receive warnings when phone numbers originate from unexpected regions, a common indicator of international scam operations. ## **Available now** Malwarebytes in ChatGPT is available wherever ChatGPT apps are available. To get started, just ask ChatGPT: **“Malwarebytes, is this a scam?”** For deeper insights, proactive protection, and human support, download the Malwarebytes app—our security solutions are designed to stop threats before they reach you, and the damage is done.

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If you’ve ever stared at a suspicious text, email, or link and thought _“Is this a scam… or am I overthinking it?”_ Well, you’re not alone. Scams are getting harder to spot, and even savvy internet users get caught off guard. That’s why Malwarebytes is the first cybersecurity provider available directly inside ChatGPT, bringing trusted threat intelligence to millions of people right where these questions happen. Simply ask: “Malwarebytes, is this a scam?” and you’ll get a clear, informed answer—super fast. ## **How to access** To access Malwarebytes inside ChatGPT: * Sign in to ChatGPT * Go to Apps * Search for Malwarebytes and press Connect * From then on, you can “@Malwarebytes” to check if a text message, DM, email, or other content seems malicious. ## **Cybersecurity help, right when and where you need it** Malwarebytes in ChatGPT lets you tap into our cybersecurity expertise without ever leaving the conversation. Whether something feels _off_ or you want a second opinion, you can get trusted guidance in no time at all. Here’s what you can do: **Spot scams faster** Paste in a suspicious text message, email, or DM and get: * A clear, point-by-point breakdown of phishing or any known red flags * An explanation of _why_ something looks risky * Practical next steps to help you stay safe You won’t get any jargon or guessing from us. What you will get is 100% peace of mind. **Check links, domains, and phone numbers** Not sure if a URL, website, or phone number is legit? Ask for a risk assessment informed by Malwarebytes threat intelligence, including: * Signs of suspicious activity * Whether the link or sender has been associated with scams * If a domain is newly registered, follows redirects, or other potentially suspicious elements * What to do next—block it, ignore it, or proceed with caution ## **Powered by real threat intelligence** The verdicts you get aren’t based on vibes or generic advice. They’re powered by Malwarebytes’ continuously updated threat intelligence—the same real-world data that helps protect millions of devices and people worldwide every day. If you spot something suspicious, you can submit it directly to Malwarebytes through ChatGPT. Those reports help strengthen threat intelligence, making the internet safer not just for you, but for everyone. * **Link reputation scanner:** Checks URLs against threat intelligence databases, detects newly registered domains (<30 days), and follows redirects. * **Phone number reputation check:** Validates phone numbers against scam/spam databases, including carrier and location details. * **Email address reputation check:** Analyzes email domains for phishing & other malicious activity. * **WHOIS domain lookup:** Retrieves registration data such as registrar, creation and expiration dates, and abuse of contacts. * **Verify domain legitimacy:** Look up domain registration details to identify newly created or suspicious websites commonly used in phishing attacks. * **Get geographic context:** Receive warnings when phone numbers originate from unexpected regions, a common indicator of international scam operations. ## **Available now** Malwarebytes in ChatGPT is available wherever ChatGPT apps are available. To get started, just ask ChatGPT: **“Malwarebytes, is this a scam?”** For deeper insights, proactive protection, and human support, download the Malwarebytes app—our security solutions are designed to stop threats before they reach you, and the damage is done.

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Independent recognition matters in cybersecurity, and it matters a lot to us. It shows how security products perform when they’re tested against in-the-wild threats, using lab environments designed to reflect what people actually face in the real world. In 2025, Malwarebytes earned awards and recognition from a steady stream of third-party testing labs and industry groups. Here’s what those tests looked like and what they found. ### AVLab Cybersecurity Foundation: Real-world malware, real results Malwarebytes earned another****Advanced In-The-Wild badge from AVLab Cybersecurity Foundation in 2025, continuing a run of accolades. In November, AVLab Cybersecurity Foundation tested 244 real-world malware samples across 14 cybersecurity products. Malwarebytes Premium Security detected every single one. On top of that, it removed threats with an average remediation time of 2.18 seconds—nearly 12 seconds faster than the industry average. That result also marked our third Excellent badge in 2025, following earlier tests in July and September. Earlier in the year, Malwarebytes Premium Security was also named Product of the Year for the third consecutive year, after it blocked 100% of in-the-wild malware samples. ### MRG Effitas: Consistent Android protection, proven over time For the seventh consecutive time, Malwarebytes earned MRG Effitas’ Android 360° Certificate in November, one of the toughest independent tests in mobile security, underscoring the strength and reliability of Malwarebytes Mobile Security. MRG Effitas conducted in-depth testing of Android antivirus apps using real-world scenarios, combining in-the-wild malware with benign samples to assess detection gaps and weaknesses. Our mobile protection received the highest marks, achieving a near-perfect detection rate in MRG Effitas’ rigorous lab testing, reaffirming what our customers already know: Malwarebytes stops threats before they can cause harm. ### PCMag Readers’ Choice Awards: Multiple category wins Not all validation comes from labs. In PCMag’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, Malwarebytes topped three award categories based on reader feedback: Best PC Security Suite, Best Android Antivirus, and Best iOS/iPadOS Antivirus. ### A Digital Trends 2025 Recommended Product Malwarebytes for Windows earned a Digital Trends 2025 Recommended Product designation, with reviewers highlighting its ease of use, fast and effective customer support, and strong value for money. ### CNET: Best Malware Removal Service 2025 CNET named Malwarebytes the Best Malware Removal Service 2025 after testing setup, features, design, and performance. The review highlighted standout capabilities, including top-tier malware removal and comprehensive Browser Guard web protection. ### AV Comparatives Stalkerware Test: 100% detection rate In collaboration with the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), AV-Comparatives tested 13 Android security solutions against 17 stalkerware-type apps—software often used for covert surveillance and abuse. Only a few products handled detection and alerting responsibly. Malwarebytes was the only solution to achieve a 100% detection rate in the September 2025 test. ## What we learned from a year of testing All these results highlight our mission to reimagine security and protect people and data across all devices and platforms. Recent innovations like Malwarebytes Scam Guard for Mobile and Windows Tools for PC set new standards for privacy and affordable protection, enhanced by AI-powered features like Trusted Advisor, your built-in personal digital health hub available on all platforms. We’re grateful to the independent organizations that continue to test our products and to the users who trust Malwarebytes every day. * * * **We don’t just report on threats—we help safeguard your entire digital identity** Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Protect your, and your family’s, personal information by using identity protection.

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