#windows security

[nixcraft]

Literal definition of spyware:

Also From Microsoft’s own FAQ: "Note that Recall does not perform content moderation. It will not hide information such as passwords or financial account numbers. 🤡

[filehulk]

SpyHunter

SpyHunter is a powerful tool for detecting and removing the latest spyware, trojans, rootkits, ransomware, keyloggers, and other malicious software on Windows PCs. Designed for everyday users, SpyHunter provides an effective solution for identifying and eliminating harmful threats. Developed by Enigma Software, SpyHunter specializes in detecting and removing various forms of malware, such as…

[el-ffej]

Looks like an extraordinarily bad idea by Microsoft, with little or no upside.

[techdirectarchive]

How to Fix Windows Security Blank Screen Issue

How to Fix Windows Security Blank Screen Issue

Fix Windows Security Blank Screen Issue Windows Security serves as the frontline defense for your system, ensuring its safety and integrity. However, encountering a blank screen when attempting to access the application can be perplexing. Typically, this issue arises due to conflicts with third-party antivirus software or underlying system file corruption. Additionally, disabled or missing…

[plebeiangoth]

Hey, I'm extremely sorry about this, don't wanna bother you, don't feel like you gotta reply either but I'm kinda desperate and I can't find anyone talking about this so I just decided to search on Tumblr and see if anyone did.

Anyway, I saw you got adware at some point and would like to know if you managed to get rid of it?, I tried the options of putting it on safe mode and going through your apps but there's nothing there, and I'm not tech savvy enough to know which files are supposed to be there or not.

Do you know of any adware removal tool that isn't a scam, or if factory reset will help?, again, sorry, I'm just running out of ideas ""

Hope you have a nice day o/

Took me a while to remember what I posted about adware but I think I found the incident you were referring to. The incident in question wasn't a big deal, I scanned my system with Windows Security and nothing came up and didn't have any issues.

Don't even worry about bothering me! You're not bothering me at all and it sounds like you're pretty worried and upset. Actually there's very little need to be worried about adware.

The thing is you'll likely notice some pop-up ads and your machine acting slower than normal, but nothing well and truly destructive or life-ruining. If it were ransomware you would definitely be screwed and need to wipe your system, or factory reset. So no need to consider any drastic measures for just some pop-ups and a slightly slower computer.

Sounds like you're using a Windows machine. If so here's what I recommend would be the thing to try on your own:

Type "windows security" in the search bar on the lower left corner of your screen and click on "open".

On the left side of the window that would come up, click on "virus & threat protection"

In this window click "scan options", and select "full scan" from the options, then click the "scan now" button. This will take a while, probably hours, but there's no need to babysit the machine while it scans.

This should find and remove your adware, or at least find it and give you the options to remove it. If nothing comes up and your system is working fine, you should be good to go.

If the issue persists or worsens, I urge you to take the machine to a PC repair technician who can remove the malware safely. They won't judge you and will be happy to help.

I'm really sorry to hear you're having this problem. This is the best advice I can offer as an amateur. There are a lot of third-party anti-malware tools you could use but frankly Windows Security is really pretty good. You can also schedule scans in Windows Security to find and remove malware all on its own so you wouldn't need to worry about this so much.

I hope this helps and your day gets better!

[ralfmaximus]

Recall is designed to use local AI models to screenshot everything you see or do on your computer and then give you the ability to search and retrieve anything in seconds. There’s even an explorable timeline you can scroll through. Everything in Recall is designed to remain local and private on-device, so no data is used to train Microsoft’s AI models. Despite Microsoft’s promises of a secure and encrypted Recall experience, cybersecurity expert Kevin Beaumont has found that the AI-powered feature has some potential security flaws. Beaumont, who briefly worked at Microsoft in 2020, has been testing out Recall over the past week and discovered that the feature stores data in a database in plain text.

Holy cats, this is way worse than we were told.

Microsoft said that Recall stored its zillions of screenshots in an encrypted database hidden in a system folder. Turns out, they're using SQLite, a free (public domain) database to store unencrypted plain text in the user's home folder. Which is definitely NOT secure.

Further, Microsoft refers to Recall as an optional experience. But it's turned on by default, and turning it off is a chore. They buried it in a control panel setting.

They say certain URLs and websites can be blacklisted from Recall, but only if you're using Microsoft's Edge browser! But don't worry: DRM protected films & music will never get recorded. Ho ho ho.

This whole debacle feels like an Onion article but it's not.

Luckily(?) Recall is currently only available on Windows 11, but I fully expect Microsoft to try and shove this terrible thing onto unsuspecting Win10 users via Update.

Stay tuned...

[sinestrosmind]

shenanigans w/ @tinyghostotus lmao

[nachosforfree]

you and yourself and conversations with no one else

[shotmrmiller]

those few first initial thrusts at the beginning, the ones where the guy gives that sigh of almost relief as his hands tighten around you, fingers dimpling your skin, eyes glued to where you two meet absolutely lost in the sauce makes my head spin because simon savors nothing. not the smokes he puffs down to the filter in less than a minute, the energy drinks he guzzles down more than he does water, not even the damn food. if he could just swallow it whole without risking death he would but you (and your pussy)???

like the guys sitting around a safe house waiting for dawn to break to exfil and they're just talking about what they miss about home the most. they all say generic stuff, miss their beds, pets, family, whatever so when it's simon's turn they all assume it's food because he's talking about a specific little burger joint that, in their opinion, sounds like a hovel, but no one's ever thought simon has sane taste but then when kyle asks him what does he like off the menu the most his eyebrows furrow and he looks almost repulsed.

because he is.

"the food's bloody terrible. couldn't make me eat there even if it was the last place on earth."

no, he explains, my bird makes up for it. best damn pussy he's ever ate.

[nixcraft]

Microsoft's latest update for Windows 11 (with Copilot+) includes a feature called "Recall" that you might want to disable. The Recall records everything on screen you do. This means it stores information like your passwords, browsing history, images, videos, messages, and emails. To disable it, type the following command as admin user:

Dism /Online /Disable-Feature /Featurename:Recall

[filehulk]

Folder Lock

If you have folders and files that you want to keep private, consider using Folder Lock. Unlike My Lockbox, it isn’t a free app, but it offers excellent configuration options and numerous methods to protect important and private documents from prying eyes. Folder Lock is a complete solution for keeping your personal files encrypted and locked, while automatically and in real-time backing up…

[lrasente]

Clipboard Guardian is Tool for Windows that allows you to block the clipboard and detect when they try to modify it.

This provides protection, especially in the world of cryptocurrencies, since a big problem is addresses being replaced by malware on the clipboard, resulting in money transfers to unwanted destinations.

[thenewspeaks]

Malwarebytes Premium Key A Malwarebytes Premium Key is a key that can be used to unlock premium features on the website. The key is valid for one year and can be used on up to three devices. Premium features include: real-time protection, scheduled scanning, and priority support. A new batch of keys is released every

[techdirectarchive]

Safeguard Your PC Against Common Malware Entry Points

Safeguard Your PC Against Common Malware Entry Points

Safeguard Your PC Against Common Malware Entry Points In our day-to-day activities on the internet, cyber threats hide in unexpected places, ready to infiltrate your devices and wreak havoc. It’s crucial to know how malware can get into your computer to protect yourself better. Here, we look at some of the most prevalent ways through which malware seizes control, so you can be more careful and…

[chickenchirps27]

y’all really like them, have some more!!