Security

Microsoft Bringing Windows Defender ATP to Windows 7 and 8.1

Microsoft is bringing its intelligence-driven security analytics and protection service to Windows 7 and Windows…

over the weekend, Microsoft stepped in too, issuing a software update for Windows users that reverses the Intel-created patch.

Microsoft Steps In to Correct Errant Intel Patch on Windows

Over the weekend, Microsoft stepped in to correct an errant Intel security patch that was…

Tip: Make Sure Your PC is Safe from Meltdown and Spectre

Tip: Make Sure Your PC is Safe from Meltdown and Spectre

Security expert Steve Gibson has done it again. His InSpectre utility can check your PC…

Oh, AMD
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Oh, AMD (Premium)

No one should be surprised that AMD is also impacted by the industry-wide security vulnerabilities…

Intel Vulnerabilities Play Right Into Microsoft's Plans
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Intel Vulnerabilities Play Right Into Microsoft’s Hands (Premium)

The revelations about Meltdown and Spectre are like a slow-moving train wreck that just keeps…

Intel: Updates Will Make Chips "Immune" From New Security Vulnerabilities

Intel: Updates Will Make Chips “Immune” From New Security Vulnerabilities

Intel said that it is "rapidly issuing updates" for its chipsets that will render those…

Intel Misled Industry on Security Vulnerabilities

Intel Misled Industry on Security Vulnerabilities

Caught in the center of a security vulnerability storm, Intel has done the unthinkable and…

Twitter Now Supports Third-Party Apps for 2FA

You can now use apps like Microsoft Authenticator or Google Authenticator for two-factor authentication on…

And It Just Roots: New MacOS Security Flaw Emerges

macOS High Sierra gives anyone administrative access to your Mac without a password.

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Android is Always Tracking You

Modern Android phones have been tracking users' location using nearby cell towers without their consent,…

What Wi-Fi Security Problem? Windows is Already Patched

What Wi-Fi Security Problem? Windows is Already Patched

You may have heard about a massive new Wi-Fi security vulnerability. But if you're using…

Microsoft is Changing Windows 10 to Meet Kaspersky Demands

Microsoft is Changing Windows 10 to Meet Kaspersky Demands

Microsoft says it will make major changes to Windows 10 and fully address complaints raised…

Microsoft Announces the Windows Bounty Program

Microsoft Announces the Windows Bounty Program

Microsoft today announced a bug bounty program for Windows 10 that will include payouts of…

Kaspersky Launches Free Antivirus

Kaspersky Launches Free Antivirus

It's not available in the US yet, but Kaspersky Labs this week announced a free…

Microsoft Announces New Windows 10 Security Features for Businesses

Microsoft Announces New Windows 10 Security Features for Businesses

When the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update arrives in September, it will bring new security…

Microsoft Admits to One Kaspersky Allegation

Microsoft Admits to One Kaspersky Allegation

Microsoft has posted a public response, of sorts, to recent allegations by Kaspersky Lab.

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