Windows Security
The latest Windows Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Mastering Windows 11: Essential Setup, Productivity, and Security Tips
Windows 11 represents a significant evolution in Microsoft's flagship operating system, blending a refreshed interface with powerful under-the-hood enhancements designed to streamline productivity...
Windows Firewall: The Essential Guide to Built-In PC Protection
In the relentless digital arms race between cyber defenders and attackers, your PC's first line of defense isn't some exotic third-party tool—it's the unassuming yet formidable Windows Firewall,...
Unlock Windows Security Protection History: Your Antivirus Activity Log Explained
Windows Security Protection History is a powerful yet often overlooked feature that provides a detailed log of all security-related events on your system. This built-in diary of your antivirus...
CVE-2024-3393 Vulnerability Alert: Critical DNS Flaw Threatens Windows Security
CVE-2024-3393 Vulnerability Alert: Implications for Windows Users A newly discovered critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-3393) in Palo Alto Networks' GlobalProtect VPN has sent shockwaves through the...
Urgent: Exploited FortiClient EMS Flaw (CVE-2023-48788) Puts Windows Users at Risk
A critical vulnerability in Fortinet's FortiClient Enterprise Management Server (EMS) is being actively exploited, putting Windows networks at significant risk. Tracked as CVE-2023-48788, this SQL...
Why Windows Remains the Top Malware Target: 3 Key Reasons
Windows remains the most widely used desktop operating system globally, but its popularity comes with a significant downside: it's a prime target for malware attacks. While Microsoft has made...
Enable Controlled Folder Access in Windows 11 – Complete Ransomware Guide
Windows 11's Controlled Folder Access (CFA) is a powerful security feature designed to protect your most important files from ransomware attacks. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated,...
Microsoft's 2013 WinVerifyTrust patch fixed signature bypass flaw via registry update.
Microsoft's WinVerifyTrust function, a core component of Windows' digital signature verification system, contained a critical vulnerability (CVE-2013-3900) that allowed attackers to bypass security...
Permanently disable Windows 11 Security via registry or group policy—then install third-party antivirus.
How to Permanently Disable Windows Security on Windows 11: A Comprehensive Guide Windows Security—formerly known as Windows Defender Antivirus—has long been Microsoft’s built-in solution...
CVE-2024-12695: Critical Chromium Vulnerability Threatens Edge & Other Browsers
CVE-2024-12695: Critical Vulnerability Affects Chromium-Based Browsers A newly discovered critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-12695) in Chromium's rendering engine poses significant risks to Microsoft...
Windows Sign-In Options: Balancing Security and Convenience in 2024
Windows 11 and Windows 10 offer multiple sign-in options that combine enterprise-grade security with user convenience. As cyber threats evolve, Microsoft has expanded authentication methods beyond...