antivirus software
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Biden Bans Kaspersky Antivirus Software Over Russia Ties
The United States announced it is banning the sale of antivirus software from the Russian cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Labs on Thursday, according to a release from the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security. Kaspersky’s alleged close ties to the Russian government were found to pose a critical risk. The software’s privileged access to…
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This Convincing Windows 11 Upgrade Website Contains Nasty Malware
What should be a simple process of updating your PC to Windows 11 is becoming a minefield planted with nasty malware.
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Hackers Have Been Using a Rootkit That Somehow Got Microsoft’s Digital Seal of Approval
A recent report by cybersecurity firm Bitdefender shows that e-criminals have been using a particular rootkit, dubbed “FiveSys,” that bafflingly received a digital signature from Microsoft.
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‘Vigilante Malware’ Is Preventing People From Visiting Their Favourite Pirate Sites
There’s a “vigilante” malware campaign stalking the digital streets, with an apparent grudge against pirating websites and their patrons.