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Fake Windows update pushes malware in new ClickFix attack

Cybercriminals keep getting better at blending into the software you use every day. Over the past few years, we've seen phishing pages that copy banking portals, fake browser alerts that claim your ...
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Fake Windows Update screens are being used to convince users to install malware now, proving that nothing is sacred in the cybersecurity world

If you're anything like me, you keep a sharp eye on your Windows Defender updates to make sure your PC is protected against the latest threats. However, while Defender is remarkably good at catching ...
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A fake Windows Update screen is fooling Windows users into installing malware

Full-screen fake Windows Update or captcha tricks users into pasting and running attacker commands. Malware is steganographically stored in PNG pixels; a .NET Stego Loader extracts, decrypts, and runs ...
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This sneaky malware variant has been caught using fake Windows Update screens to trick users into installing info-stealing software themselves

The PC equivalent of holding the door open for the burglar on their way in. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you're anything ...