Avast Expands Identity Protection Solution to Help Tackle Rise in Scam and Identity Theft

Core Insights - Avast has launched its identity protection solution, Avast Secure Identity, in 15 new countries outside the US to combat rising identity theft and scam risks [1][4] Group 1: Product Expansion - Avast Secure Identity is now available in countries including the UK, France, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Mexico, Spain, and Italy [4] - The expansion aims to provide more individuals with tools to protect their identities amid increasing cyber threats [3] Group 2: Cybersecurity Landscape - There has been a significant rise in large-scale data breaches, which cybercriminals exploit to commit identity theft [2] - The Q3/2024 Gen Threat Report noted a 614% increase in "Scam-Yourself Attacks," where individuals are manipulated into compromising their own devices [2] Group 3: Key Features of Avast Secure Identity - Continuous monitoring of personal information across private forums and the dark web, with notifications for detected data [3][6] - Restoration support from Identity Restoration Specialists to assist victims of identity theft [6] - Additional features include dark web monitoring, social media monitoring, financial monitoring, and identity theft insurance available in specific regions [6]