Most modern Windows PCs rely on Microsoft Defender as their first line of defense against malware. Over the years, it has evolved into a capable and often underrated antivirus that blocks a wide range ...

Windows Defender does a decent job of blocking malware but lacks many of the protection features found in suites like Trend Micro Internet Security.

We’ll explain more about ransomware and ransomware attacks to help businesses better understand, prepare for and prevent ...

Scammers are using fake Windows Defender pop-ups with real looking phone numbers to trick users. These fraudulent warnings are not from Microsoft and aim to gain remote access to your computer. A ...

Microsoft is reinforcing warnings about the critical role Active Directory (AD) domain controllers play in large-scale ransomware attacks, aligning with U.S. government advisories on the persistent ...

Ransomware remains one of the most disruptive and costly cyberthreats. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Report, organizations reported $12.4 million in adjusted losses due to ransomware in ...

The FBI last week issued warnings to consumers using Gmail and other email services that the Medusa ransomware group is targeting them. At the time of its warning, the bureau said it had received at ...

Q: Are Windows Defender warnings that pop up with a phone number legit? A: Microsoft’s built-in security tool has improved over the years, and it still blocks plenty of everyday threats. But the ...

Europe's ransomware infection rate is now three to four times higher than that of the United States. On its face, that statistic may seem like Europe's problem alone, but it's not. Europe's ...

Two US-based cybersecurity professionals have pleaded guilty to federal charges over their alleged involvement in a ...