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Beware Fake GTA VI ISO: Malware Hidden in Gigantic 113GB File

Beware Fake GTA VI ISO: Malware Hidden in Gigantic 113GB File

A fake GTA VI ISO circulating online contains mostly empty data and a tiny malware payload that can disable Windows security, posing serious risks to users.

Aug 25, 2026

How Windows 11’s New Per-App Privacy Controls Improve Security for All Software

How Windows 11’s New Per-App Privacy Controls Improve Security for All Software

Windows 11 now allows granular privacy settings for desktop apps beyond the Microsoft Store, giving users better control over camera, microphone, and location permissions on a per-app basis.

Aug 20, 2026

What Windows Users Need to Know About the New 'ShieldBreak' Elevation of Privilege Zero-Day

What Windows Users Need to Know About the New 'ShieldBreak' Elevation of Privilege Zero-Day

A new Windows zero-day vulnerability called ShieldBreak allows local attackers to gain SYSTEM-level access, affecting fully patched Windows 11 versions and some Windows 10 systems.

Aug 13, 2026

How deGDID Blocks Windows GDID Tracking (and What You Lose)

How deGDID Blocks Windows GDID Tracking (and What You Lose)

deGDID can remove persistent Windows tracking, but breaks essential Microsoft cloud services. Understand if this privacy tool is right for your security workflow.

Aug 11, 2026

How SMOKE#SCREEN Malware Uses Fake Zoom and Adobe Updates to Gain Persistent Access

How SMOKE#SCREEN Malware Uses Fake Zoom and Adobe Updates to Gain Persistent Access

Learn how attackers use fake Adobe and Zoom updates to install weaponized remote access software, the risks involved, and how to protect your devices from the SMOKE#SCREEN campaign.

Aug 5, 2026

Critical Zoom Flaw Allowed Remote Account Hijacking — Update Immediately

Critical Zoom Flaw Allowed Remote Account Hijacking — Update Immediately

A severe security vulnerability in Zoom Windows clients enabled remote attackers to hijack accounts. Multiple other high-impact bugs were also patched. Users must update to prevent risks.

Jul 16, 2026

What You Need to Know About the GigaWiper Malware Threat

What You Need to Know About the GigaWiper Malware Threat

GigaWiper is a dangerous multi-malware tool combining destructive wiping and ransomware tactics with espionage capabilities, posing severe risks for affected Windows users.

Jul 10, 2026

How the Microsoft BitLocker Backdoor Exposes Locked Drives Using Just a USB Stick

How the Microsoft BitLocker Backdoor Exposes Locked Drives Using Just a USB Stick

A critical vulnerability dubbed 'Chaotic Eclipse' allows attackers to bypass Microsoft BitLocker encryption with a simple USB stick, potentially exposing locked drives on Windows machines.

May 14, 2026