malware prevention

In an era where cyber threats lurk around every digital corner, Microsoft has taken a bold step to bolster the security framework of Windows 11 with its innovative feature—Administrator protection. Launched through the Windows IT Pro Blog by Katharine Holdsworth, this initiative aims to give...

Picture this: you’re deep into an important project on your Windows PC, maybe crafting that perfect Excel sheet or launching into a gaming session, when suddenly, your screen lights up with a red alert—your antivirus has detected a virus! Panic might set in, but fear not! Let’s unravel what...

In a burgeoning threat landscape, Microsoft Windows users are facing an escalating risk of complete device takeovers from a cunningly disguised malicious variant of the Remcos Remote Access Tool (RAT). This alarming development is part of a sustained campaign exploiting a known Remote Code...

What is Code Integrity Guard? Code Integrity Guard (CIG) is a security feature designed to prevent the execution of untrusted code in Windows environments. It establishes a protective barrier around processes and applications, ensuring that only digitally signed code can be executed. By doing...

Understanding CVE-2024-38248: A Deep Dive into Windows Security Concerns In the realm of cybersecurity, the emergence of a new vulnerability often ignites a flurry of discussions—both among experts and everyday users. The recently disclosed vulnerability, known as CVE-2024-38248, has captured...

Windows 11 has undoubtedly marked a significant shift in Microsoft's approach to security, establishing new requirements that make it impossible to run the operating system on PCs without essential security hardware. While this move enhances security, it also leaves some users concerned about...

CVE-2024-37974: Secure Boot Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability In the continuously evolving landscape of cybersecurity, vulnerabilities in software and firmware pose significant risks to users and organizations alike. One of the recent vulnerabilities that have made headlines is...

Recent cybersecurity research has revealed significant vulnerabilities within Microsoft's Windows Smart App Control (SAC) and SmartScreen security features. These flaws could potentially allow malicious actors to infiltrate targeted environments without triggering any alerts or requiring...

October is almost over! The leaves are changing, pumpkin spices are everywhere, and frights and haunts are becoming commonplace. In the U.S., it’s also National Cyber Security Awareness month. To celebrate it all, we’ll share some of the great security and privacy features that we’ve added to...

Assume I extract a *.zip file. One of the files inside contain suspicious code. At least Windows Defender tells me that a Threat has been found AND Defender AUOTMATICALLY deletes this file. Thank you for the information about the (possible) threat. But I don't want a deletion! How can I tell...

My son and I share a PC. Everything I have read said to install this app, run this thing, gpedit, etc blah blah blah. Did Windows 10 REMOVE the most BASIC of basic user settings?!Link Removed ovo.fyi/temp-mail ovo.fyi/10-minute-mail I JUST want to stop my son from installing $h%! onto my PC...

Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (December 13, 2016): Bulletin published Summary: This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Microsoft Office. The most severe of the vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user opens a specially crafted Microsoft Office file...

Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (September 13, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. The most severe of the vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user views a specially crafted webpage using Internet...

Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (September 13, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Internet Explorer. The most severe of the vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution if a user views a specially crafted webpage using Internet...

Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (August 18, 2015): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves a vulnerability in Internet Explorer. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if a user views a specially crafted webpage using Internet Explorer. An attacker...

In addition to today being the security update release, February 11 is officially Link Removed for 2014. This year, we’re asking folks to Do 1 Thing to stay safer online. While you may expect my “Do 1 Thing” recommendation would be to apply security updates, I’m guessing that for readers of this...

Hi, Please, I have Kapersky Internet Security 2012, Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Pro and Windows Defender installed and I scan regularly with all three respectively. Is this too many scanner programs? I am worried there may be conflicts between the programs which will leave my computer more...

hi all new to the forums and need help. I am tired of my son downloading programs on my computer on his account so I disabled the admin privileges on his account. It was working cause he would call me down when the pop up box asking for my admin password and if I felt it was okay I would enter...

Hi guys, For personal security reasons (two words: online poker,) I have embarked on a mission to make sure that there is 100% (or close to it..) certainty that no one can check or find out what applications were used and accessed on my computer. What kind of help I need from you guys...

Severity Rating: Critical - Revision Note: V1.0 (August 10, 2010): Bulletin published.Summary: This security update resolves one publicly disclosed vulnerability and one privately reported vulnerability in the Secure Channel (SChannel) security package in Windows. The more severe of these...