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On October 8, 2024, Microsoft disclosed a critical vulnerability designated CVE-2024-43516 affecting the Windows Secure Kernel, known for its role in maintaining the integrity and security of critical system functions. As Windows users, understanding the implications of such vulnerabilities is...

As a Windows enthusiast, you are likely always on the lookout for the next best thing in software security. Enter Smart App Control, a feature that has made waves with the release of Windows 11, and its purpose is straightforward yet essential: it aims to block malicious, untrusted, or...

In today's digital landscape, the threat of malware, rootkits, and other nefarious software looms large. Thankfully, Windows users have a powerful ally at their disposal: Microsoft Defender Offline. This tool runs outside your operating system, providing a formidable line of defense against...

In an era where the lurking threat of keyloggers and screen scrapers could make even the most casual user hyperventilate, Microsoft has taken a moment to shine a light on its robust defenses built into Windows 10 and 11. By amplifying the capabilities of Windows Defender Antivirus, Microsoft is...

The recent discovery of a vulnerability labeled CVE-2024-37968 has raised significant concerns among Windows users and security professionals alike. This critical vulnerability affects the Windows DNS (Domain Name System) and could potentially allow attackers to spoof DNS responses. The...

Introduction In today's increasingly digital workspace, the implications of software vulnerabilities cannot be overstated, particularly within widely-used applications like Microsoft Excel. The recent announcement of CVE-2024-38170 highlights a critical remote code execution vulnerability, which...

The SECURITY1_INITIALIZATION_FAILED error, indicated by the bug check code 0x00000063, presents a significant challenge for Windows users, often leading to a blue screen of death (BSOD) during critical operations. Although this specific BSOD isn't commonly encountered, it can cause serious...

In an effort to bolster security across its operating systems, Microsoft has recently announced a special update for its Defender application. This critical update is applicable to Windows 11, Windows 10, and various Windows Server installations. It underscores Microsoft’s commitment to...

In an era where cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, choosing the best antivirus software is crucial for ensuring the safety of your computer and sensitive data. As we move through 2024, several antivirus solutions stand out, offering features that protect against not just traditional...

In a troubling revelation, a significant security oversight within Windows Smart App Control and SmartScreen has been exposed, enabling attackers to launch applications without encountering security warnings. This design flaw has reportedly been under exploitation since at least 2018. Overview...

Recently published research reveals a significant security concern regarding Windows SmartScreen, a feature built into the operating system designed to protect users from malicious downloads. According to reports, vulnerabilities have existed within this security measure for a substantial...

As we look into the cybersecurity landscape of 2024, the necessity for robust antivirus software has never been more pressing. With cyber threats becoming increasingly sophisticated—ranging from malware to spyware and ransomware—having reliable antivirus protection remains essential for all...

I have a Samsung T7 with Samsung’s encrypted password option enabled. I want a daily scheduled task that will take the drive offline and the only way to access it again is to unplug and replug it - alternatively put it in such a state that even if something malicious was to run code on my pc to...

In what feels like an era ago, work was tethered to the office. Fast forward to today—consider work officially untethered. In this once-in-a-lifetime sea change, IT leaders like yourself have the opportunity to rethink your environments, from what security should look like now, down to what new...

Microsoft Inspire is a chance to connect with, and celebrate, our valued partners all around the world. Today, we are excited to announce that the FastTrack Ready Partner program is expanding to include the Link Removed. Learn more about the program—and additional Microsoft Edge news and...

Today, we released security updates to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. As a best practice, we encourage customers to turn on automatic updates. More information about this month’s security updates can be found on the Link Removed. Continue reading...

I have implemented a method to 'hide' external USB backup drives from Windows. The process works as follows: - use Device Manager to determine the Hardware ID or Parent ID of the USB drive - label the USB drive appropriately - create a script to invoke Removedrive (freeware by Uwe Sieber) with...

Malwarebytes has been a really terrific program for me for many years. Lately, it's been acting up and their tech support dept. has not been responsive to their customers. One of the posters on their site said they posted a need for help on Oct 8 and as of this morning -- Oct 13, have not...

I want to reinstall Malewarebytes (free version) and can only find sites that download a trial of the paid version. I was perfectly happy with the free one. Have they discontinued the free version? I there another program available that performs like Malewrebytes? I already have Super...

As happened recently with WannaCrypt, we again face a malicious attack in the form of ransomware, Petya. In early reports, there was a lot of conflicting information reported on the attacks, including conflation of unrelated and misleading pieces of data, so Microsoft teams mobilized to...