Google reveals TAG researchers track 270 government-backed hacking groups
Get ready to hear a whole lot more from Google’s Threat Analysis Group, TAG.
Get ready to hear a whole lot more from Google’s Threat Analysis Group, TAG.
Attackers could be finding the BlueKeep flaw's sweet spot: Windows Servers, no worm needed.
Shutdown computers that aren't patched against BlueKeep flaw that Microsoft delivered a patch for in May, warns security expert.
State-sponsored Russian hackers targeted key anti-doping officials ahead of a potential ban on Russia participating in all sporting events.
Up to 50,000 Windows devices are vulnerable, according to the ASD.
We originally published this article about a year ago, but in light of Lenovo's Superfish fiasco, cleaning crapware off your PC is now more relevant than ever. For Superfish-specific instructions, see our handy guide here. But even if you don't own one of the affected Lenovo PCs, the following guide should still prove helpful.
Chris Hoffman | 20 Feb | Read more
Microsoft published 147 vulnerabilities in 2013 that were rated as Critical. Critical, however, is a relative term, and there is one simple thing anyone can do that would guard against almost every single Critical vulnerability according to a new report from Avecto.
Tony Bradley | 19 Feb | Read more
The Internet? Kind of a cesspool. And as the parent of kids who are now old enough to operate a Web browser, you can bet I'm keen on checking their activities and filtering out the inappropriate content.
Rick Broida | 15 Apr | Read more
Love it or hate it, Windows 8 is the bellwether for PCs. Where Microsoft goes, PCs follow. And now Microsoft is making a grab for the mobile market, too. The latest version of Windows is designed with touchscreens in mind, and one bright side of that evolution is the addition of features that make Windows more intuitive and easier to use on all devices.
Alex Wawro and Marco Chiappetta | 22 Feb | Read more
Don't let the Windows 8 haters brainswash you: Microsoft actually introduced a few great features in its new operating system, some of which will help keep you safer from malware and other security threats. Though most of these security enhancements are active by default, you still must be proactive to get the most from them. Also, one new Windows 8 feature presents specific security concerns that must be addressed to keep your PC--and your data--as safe as possible. Let's jump in and investigate.
Eric Geier | 08 Feb | Read more
Three months of phone calls prove Windows scammers are more skilled at social engineering than you think
Fahmida Y. Rashid | 07 Jul | Read more
Microsoft may be prepping to ship a mini version of its Surface tablets within a month, based on an Amazon.com listing for a case custom made for the device.
Tim Greene | 25 Apr | Read more
Just because Microsoft doesn't plan on giving Windows XP patches to the public after April 8, 2014, doesn't mean it's going to stop making those patches.
Gregg Keizer | 26 Aug | Read more