Topic: microsoft windows
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Microsoft Enhances Windows Security Against Malicious RDP Files
Microsoft has released a Windows security update to counter phishing campaigns that exploit malicious Remote Desktop Protocol (.rdp) files. The update introduces user warnings and changes default settings to automatically block risky shared resources, disrupting a common malware deployment vector...
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Microsoft fixes LegacyHive Windows zero-day exploited in attacks
"LegacyHive" is a Windows kernel zero-day that allows privilege escalation and was actively exploited before Microsoft's July 2026 Patch Tuesday fix, affecting multiple client and server Windows versions. The patch corrects how the kernel handles legacy registry hive operations, and Microsoft a...
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Speed Up Windows 11 with Microsoft PC Manager
Microsoft PC Manager is an official, free tool from Microsoft designed to simplify Windows 11 system maintenance and performance optimization through a centralized, user-friendly interface. It provides a dashboard for monitoring system health and offers automated, one-click features like clearing...
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Linux's 2026 Dominance: The One Open-Source Giant at Risk
The Linux desktop is seeing unprecedented growth as user dissatisfaction with Windows drives adoption, though fragmentation among distributions remains a challenge for newcomers. Major security and stability improvements are underway, including the adoption of the Rust programming language for me...
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Don't Paste That TikTok Code! The Dangerous Scam Explained
A dangerous scam on TikTok, known as ClickFix, tricks users into installing information-stealing malware by posing as helpful tech support or free software guides, convincing them to run malicious commands on their own computers. These fraudulent videos, which promote fake methods for accessing p...
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Google Aims to Dominate Desktops With Aluminium OS
Google is developing a new AI-centric desktop operating system called "Aluminium" to replace ChromeOS, targeting premium devices and experiences. The transition to Aluminium OS will be managed to avoid disrupting enterprise workflows, with a planned public release scheduled for 2026. Not all exis...
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