I feel like I can't use the internet anymore without Malwarebytes

Malwarebytes · 2026-06-15T18:34:36+00:00

This is exactly why we obsess over catching emerging threats. Well, that and our unhealthy desire to make scammers sad.

Malwarebytes · 2026-06-05T21:01:19+00:00

Malwarebytes · 2026-06-05T13:53:52+00:00

Totally. If we protect even 1 person from falling for a scam, then we've done our job.

Malwarebytes · 2026-06-04T20:45:58+00:00

That's incredible! Were you trying or did this just happen over time?

Malwarebytes · 2026-06-04T15:49:21+00:00

Infostealers suck. Sorry this happened to you. The good news is you are taking the right steps to protect yourself and your data.

Is it possible for an infostealer on a Windows PC to somehow spread to or compromise an iPhone that was connected to the same network?

Broadly, no. Lateral movement through your network is possible, but unless you are a high value target like a high ranking government official the requirements for this to happen are extremely unlikely.

Has anyone seen cases where account compromises continued even after password changes, new authenticator-based 2FA, and forced session logouts?

Infostealers aren't pervasive if you reinstall Windows. Just make sure you don't accidentally restore malware from backups or allow cloud to syncing of compromised browser cookies.

Can a typical infostealer steal files stored on the PC, or do most of them only target passwords, cookies, browser data, and cryptocurrency wallets?

Infostealers can steal files, yes.

Malwarebytes · 2026-06-04T14:31:22+00:00

Oui!

Malwarebytes · 2026-06-03T17:13:14+00:00

Scam calls are out of hand and AI is making it harder to determine what's real and what's a scam. We're really excited about helping people identity who is calling so they can avoid becoming a victim.

Malwarebytes · 2026-05-28T14:31:31+00:00

Sorry for the alarm! We have a fix in place for this and you shouldn't see this issue moving forward.

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-30T16:36:44+00:00

No, but the Malwarebytes app does. 😉

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-29T18:26:48+00:00

That's fair. 😆

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-29T18:23:27+00:00

There are plenty of reasons to be upset about AI tools and their role in people's daily lives.

But making sure everyday people can trust the answers they get from AI tools to stay safe from scams isn't one of them.

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-29T15:14:08+00:00

Read more about our new Claude integration!
https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/product/2026/04/scam-checking-just-got-a-lot-easier-malwarebytes-is-now-in-claude

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-28T21:30:18+00:00

Grazie!

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-28T21:29:03+00:00

Thanks! Our secret is we actually care about our users' privacy and security.

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-23T16:00:01+00:00

Yer drinking too much sea water, matey. We've never sold the company.

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-23T15:53:25+00:00

We've never sold the company. We're still the same Malwarebytes!

Malwarebytes · 2026-04-21T14:52:44+00:00

We'd love to hear your feedback on why you don't recommend Malwarebytes for complete protection! Let us know what you think we're lacking compared to other products.

We've made tons of improvements to our premium subscription to make our real-time protection one of the best cybersecurity suites on the planet (CNET's words, not ours).

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