Update, March 31, 2025: This story, originally published March 29, has been updated with an explanation of LOLBINS as well as further technical information regarding the Windows Defender Application ...

All modern Windows PCs come with Microsoft Defender built in. For the unaware, this tool is Windows’ native antivirus. Over time, it has matured into a reliable security tool capable of blocking a ...

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 ...

Microsoft Defender will continue to work in Windows 10. Defender will receive regular security updates until October 2028. Microsoft still recommends Windows 11 for new security patches. You probably ...

Microsoft has a new Defender anti-virus update for Windows 11 and 10 images. The new update patches several flaws. Aside from new Windows setup and recovery updates, Microsoft has also published a new ...

Microsoft released a new Defender update for Windows 10 and 11 ISO images. According to the company, this update must be deployed across all new Windows 11 and 10 installs. This past week Microsoft ...

Microsoft Defender isn't bad, but it's not enough to fully protect your PC. You don't have to pay extra, though—just use one of the top free antivirus apps we've tested.

Microsoft account security is essential for protecting data across Outlook, Xbox, and Windows devices. Unprotected accounts are prime targets for phishing, ransomware, and unauthorized access, making ...