Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says a tech support scam used a fake Windows Defender pop-up, tricking the victim to ...

However, Microsoft has packed in several tools to help you stay protected, including Windows Security and Microsoft Defender.

Microsoft has confirmed a critical vulnerability in Windows Defender that could leak file content data but advised users to do nothing—here’s why.

Windows Defender Security Center provides real-time protection for your personally owned PC that guards against viruses, spy-ware and other malicious software. Learn more about Windows Defender ...

Ransomware is nasty stuff. This type of malware encrypts files on your PC so that you can’t access them—unless you pay the ...

"Improper authorization of an index that contains sensitive information from a Global Files search in Windows Defender allows an authorized attacker to disclose information over a network," the ...

In any case, when you install a 3rd-party security software, Windows Defender will turn itself off. If you’re using a good third-party antivirus, you usually don’t need to turn off Windows Sec ...

Phishing Protection in Windows 11 used to turn off on reboot, especially when using a PIN, but this week's security release ...

We’ll explore this topic under the methods outlined below in this section: Via Control Panel Via Windows Defender Security Center Let’s look at the step-by-step process described with each of ...

That said, you don't have to bother paying for a third-party security solution on Windows, as the built in Windows Defender does a fine job. Also: 5 most beautiful Linux distributions ...

Here’s what she described: "I received a pop-up that froze my computer and read, ‘Access to this system is blocked for security reasons’ from Windows Defender Security Center. It came with ...