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Microsoft's Smart App Control blocks malware and has 'lighter impact on your PC’s performance'
Microsoft's Smart App Control complements Windows Defender, blocking malicious applications before they're even executed but might require a fresh reinstall of Windows.
Microsoft Defender can now detect insecure Wi-Fi hotspots and enable a VPN
Microsoft Defender gets some updates, especially to public Wi-Fi VPN functionality.
U.S. customers wake up to find Kaspersky antivirus replaced with UltraAV
Kaspersky antivirus abruptly uninstalls itself and installs UltraAV without asking customers.
Russia-based Kaspersky antivirus shuts down its US business due to sanctions
Following its ban from selling products in the U.S., cybersecurity and antivirus solution provider Kaspersky Lab announced it will soon begin closing its operations there.
Microsoft Defender flags text file containing ‘This content is no longer available.’ as a severe threat
Microsoft Defender marks text files containing 'This content is no longer available.' as a Trojan horse and severe threat.
How to Disable Microsoft Defender in Windows 11
Here are some simple tips to temporarily or permanently disable Microsoft Defender
Avira Adds Crypto Mining Software to Cybersecurity Solution
Two NortonLifeLock antivirus products now include cryptocurrency mining software that skims 15% off the top.