Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. There are a number of antivirus, anti-malware, and internet ...

Following the one for Lumma last month, Microsoft has also published a new Defender update for Windows 11/10/Server installation images this month. This update package is necessary as a Windows ...

There are some situations where you might want to temporarily disable Windows' built-in security tool. I'll show you how to do it safely.

Windows Defender Firewall is one of the many security features available on Windows 11. Its job is to protect your computer from outside threats. While the firewall does a reasonable job managing ...

Windows 11 finally lets users turn Smart App Control on or off without a clean install or reset. The fix arrived in Insider ...

Is Microsoft Defender slowing down your PC? Is Microsoft Defender Good Enough? Here's all you need to know! Windows 11: Defender is now much more effective against ransomware. Microsoft has announced ...

If Microsoft Defender has begun issuing warnings on your gaming PC for a “Winring0 vulnerable driver,” you have a major choice to make: you can set an exception and exempt popular RGB and fan control ...

This guide shows configure and deploy Microsoft Defender for Endpoint to better protect your company from cyber threats. By adding your devices, you can find and stop threats faster and keep your ...

Microsoft will sunset free support and security updates for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. The company has put forth some basic recommendations in its Windows 11 transition guide: Back up your files, ...