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  1. May 2017 security update release

    Today, we released security updates to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. By default, Windows 10 receives these updates automatically, and for customers running previous versions, we recommend they turn on automatic updates as a best practice. More information about...
  2. 4022344 - Security Update for Microsoft Malware Protection Engine - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Critical Revision Note: V1.0 (May 8, 2017): Advisory published. Summary: Microsoft is releasing this security advisory to inform customers that an update to the Microsoft Malware Protection Engine addresses a security vulnerability that was reported to Microsoft. Continue...
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    Windows 7 Protection from Malware/Virus?

    Hey guys! I am a non tech guy. So please pardon me if my question looks silly. I am currently using a windows 7 laptop. It’s a 3 year old system. Last week it got infected by some virus and malwares and I had to reinstall the OS. A few data including some photos, docs, music and game files were...
  4. Protecting customers and evaluating risk

    Today, Microsoft triaged a large release of exploits made publicly available by Shadow Brokers. Understandingly, customers have expressed concerns around the risk this disclosure potentially creates. Our engineers have investigated the disclosed exploits, and most of the exploits are already...
  5. April 2017 security update release

    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. MSRC team Continue reading...
  6. Adobe Flash Player security vulnerability release

    Today, we released an Adobe Flash Player security update to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. As a best practice, we encourage customers to turn on automatic updates. More information about these updates can be found on the Link Removed. MSRC team Continue reading...
  7. February 2017 security update release

    Our top priority is to provide the best possible experience for customers in maintaining and protecting their systems. This month, we discovered a last minute issue that could impact some customers and was not resolved in time for our planned updates today. After considering all options, we...
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    Windows 10 McAfee or Windows 10 antivirus

    I have recently upgraded my new ( 1 year old) laptop from Windows 8 to 10. The laptop came with a free trial McAfee antivirus package. I paid for a year extension to this and am due in a months time to pay for another years protection. However I am wondering if using Windows 10 whether I can use...
  9. Windows 8 Anti Virus Software

    What's the best Anti Virus software to use? Free of course. This is my gaming PC so I'll be downloading, installing a lot of games, mods and so on. Sorry if this is the wrong section. Thanks.
  10. Free Ransomware Protection Software: Download RansomFree for Enhanced PC Security

    Here's is a free software for ransomware......read the full article. RansomFree is the free program that protects your PC against ransomware Here's the link to the software.... Link Removed
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    Anyone heard of SafeClix?

    My cousin told me about a card he is using to block all viruses and malware called SafeClix, I was wondering if anyone has heard of it and your experiences. Thanks.
  12. MS16-OCT - Microsoft Security Bulletin Summary for October 2016 - Version: 1.0

    Revision Note: V1.0 (October 11, 2016): Click here to enter text. Summary: This bulletin summary lists security bulletins released for October 2016. Continue reading...
  13. MS16-126 - Moderate: Security Update for Microsoft Internet Messaging API (3196067) -...

    Severity Rating: Moderate Revision Note: V1.0 (October 11, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability could allow remote code execution if an attacker successfully convinces a user of an affected system to visit a...
  14. MS16-125 - Important: Security Update for Diagnostics Hub (3193229) - Version: 1.0

    Severity Rating: Important Revision Note: V1.0 (October 11, 2016): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows. The vulnerability could allow elevation of privilege if an attacker logs on to an affected system and runs a specially crafted...
  15. malwarebytes imitation …

    don't get suckered into the imitation software … always go directly to the source … in this case www.malwarebytes.com . yep, another new ransomware variant is making the rounds … trying to pass itself off as legitimate software. supposedly the filename is...
  16. "New Product Antivirus & Malware Considerations: from some Windows Forums Pros!"

    Recently Bigbearjedi and I began a conversation in another thread about our beliefs on how ordinary users can stay protected in today's very difficult climate of ransomware and encryption laced infections so lets share our beliefs as we both have active businesses and tell everyone how we...
  17. March 2016 Security Update Release

    Today we released security updates to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. As a best practice, we encourage customers to apply security updates as soon as they are released. More information about this month’s Link Removed can be found in the Security TechNet Library...
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    Windows 10 Windows Defender Will Now Delete Disk Cleanup Programs

    Anybody else see this Link Removed I wonder what else they will decide to delete on people without giving them a choice. Joe
  19. Windows 7 Do You Need Additional Antivirus Software for Windows 7 Home Basic?

    DO YOU NEED PROGRAMME OF ANTI VIRUS WITH HOME BASIC OR JUST WHAT CAME WITH DOWNLOAD OF WINDOWS7????
  20. MS16-013: Description of the security update for Windows Journal: February 9, 2016

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