Out with the Old, In with the Bold: Gen Threat Labs

For years, Avast Decoded has been your go-to for the latest in cybersecurity insights and research. But as cybercriminals evolve, so do we. Starting now, our groundbreaking research, expert analysis and the stories that keep the digital world safe are moving to one place: the Gen Insights Blog.

By uniting our expertise under the Gen brand, we’re amplifying our reach and impact, bringing you the most comprehensive look at the evolving threat landscape.

Our global team of researchers spans trusted cybersecurity brands like Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, and more. Together, we’re covering a broader range of critical topics—scams, deepfakes, digital identity theft, ransomware, and beyond. It’s a new look, a broader scope, and a deeper commitment to protecting Digital Freedom.

Our latest Q4/2024 Threat Report proves why this move matters. Here’s a taste of what we uncovered:

• 2.55 billion threats blocked – that’s 321 attacks every second.
• Social media = scam central – 56% of all social media threats came from Facebook alone.
• Deepfake crypto scams exploded – one campaign stole over $7M using AI-generated videos.
• Mobile malware is getting smarter – banking trojans surged, spyware disguised as loan apps is extorting victims.
• Ransomware jumped another 50% – and it’s not slowing down.

These insights are just the beginning. The Gen Insights Blog will now be your hub for everything from cutting-edge research to actionable tips from our Gen Threat Labs team. Want to understand how AI is reshaping scams? Curious about the latest defenses against ransomware? It’s all here — and it’s more dynamic, insightful and forward-looking than ever before.

Don’t miss a beat. Read the full Q4/2024 Threat Report now.

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Welcome to the next chapter of Cyber Safety.

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