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The thread discusses a security concern where certain HP laptops and tablets, due to a Conexant audio driver, allegedly include a keylogger that logs user keystrokes. The original poster provides a solution to remove the problematic app using specific PowerShell commands. A subsequent reply corrects a formatting issue in the linked article, and the overall tone is informative and troubleshooting-focused.
Neemobeer

Neemobeer

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Looks like some HP laptops and tablets come with a keylogger courtesy of a Conexant audio driver...

HP laptops covertly log user keystrokes, researchers warn


You can remove the offending app by opening an elevated powershell prompt and copy each command and run it.

Code: 
Remove-Item -Path "C:\Windows\System32\MicTray.exe" -Force
Remove-Item -Path "C:\Windows\System32\MicTray64.exe" -Force
 

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