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5 hidden risks most people overlook online — and how Bitdefender helps reduce them

By WinC Staff published

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Bad actors are evolving their attacks, and many fly under the radar. Here's how Bitdefender keeps you protected on all levels.

Microsoft Authenticator on the Samsung Galaxy Fold 5

Why Microsoft Authenticator is forcing you to type logins

By Sean Endicott published

Apps Slashed guessing odds are a nice bonus, but changing the app from multiple-choice to manual typing is really about stopping accidental approvals and spam attacks.

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The Microsoft 365 Copilot app is displayed on a smartphone

Critical Copilot bug leaked enterprise files and 2FA codes

By Kevin Okemwa published

AI Critical Copilot vulnerability lets hackers turn URLs into email‑search commands, leaking 2FA codes and enterprise data via Bing.

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Why digital safety now depends on protecting identity, not just devices

By WinC Staff published

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Staying safe online no longer ends at device security. Here's how Bitdefender also protects your identity.

Windows 11 PC covered in bugs

Windows 11’s June update closes an intentional BitLocker backdoor with full file access

By Kevin Okemwa published

MICROSOFT Windows 11’s BitLocker flaw, described as an intentional backdoor, has been patched by Microsoft in the June update.

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Microsoft says security researchers can report flaws without legal threats

By Kevin Okemwa published

MICROSOFT Microsoft says it no longer intends to pursue legal action against security researchers who conduct or publish their findings.

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"They will ruin my life": Microsoft threatens to wield 'Digital Crimes Unit' over bug disclosures

By Jez Corden last updated

Cybersecurity Microsoft's approach to working with security researchers has long been controversial, but some of its recent language has alarmed some commentators.

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Rear view of computer hacker in dark hall wearing hooded top hacks into a computer network, types software code on a keyboard and monitors a virus attack to hack into network systems and servers.

Microsoft investigates phishing emails sent from its own system

By Kevin Okemwa published

MICROSOFT Hackers are sending phishing emails from a real Microsoft address, making it even harder for unsuspecting users to detect the scam.

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A focused woman in a blue sweater works at a desk with dual monitors. She is typing, surrounded by office decor, a clock, and natural light from a window.

5 myths about antivirus software that are hurting your device more than helping it

By WinC Staff published

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Think you know everything about antivirus software? These myths might surprise you.

Windows 11 Blue Hammer

Is Microsoft's Security Response Center broken in light of BlueHammer?

By Cale Hunt published

Windows A zero-day BlueHammer exploit was recently published on GitHub in response to alleged MSRC failures, and although Microsoft has released a patch, it was live for two weeks.

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