Free antivirus stops known malware, but it has real gaps. Here’s what you actually give up versus a paid security suite — and whether upgrading is worth it.
Category: Cybersecurity
What a Dangling COM Object Means for Windows Privilege Escalation
A dangling COM object registration sounds obscure, but it’s a real Windows privilege escalation path. Here’s what admins actually need to check.
KB5129195 Domain Login Failures: What IT Teams Must Fix Now
KB5129195 was meant to fix broken domain logins on Windows 11 — but admins confirm it doesn’t. Here’s what’s happening and the workaround to deploy now.
Counterfeit Software Installers: How Fake Downloads Hide Backdoors
Fake download pages for popular apps are injecting backdoors during install. Here’s how the multi-stage attack works — and how to verify what you’re really installing.
Windows Typing Data Collection: How to Turn It Off Now
Windows silently collects your typing and inking data by default. Here’s exactly which settings to change in Windows 10 and 11 to stop Microsoft from logging your keystrokes.
Does Your Antivirus Stop Ransomware? Modern Protection in 2026
Signature-based antivirus was never built to stop encrypting malware. In 2026, real ransomware protection means behavioral engines, zero-trust controls, and rollback — here’s what to look for.
PaperCut Zero-Day Patch: What Every Server Admin Must Deploy Now
PaperCut’s critical zero-day is under active attack. Here’s exactly what CVE-2026-81578 and CVE-2026-82078 do, which versions are patched, and how to deploy the emergency fix safely.
Windows 11 Privacy Features: Lock Down Telemetry in 2026
Microsoft is rolling out new privacy controls in Windows 11 for 2026. Here’s what changed, which settings matter most, and how to lock down your system fast.
Windows Defender Kernel Exploitation: How the BTR Reforged Attack Works
Check Point Research revealed that Windows Defender’s own signed driver can be weaponised to kill security software at boot — no physical access required. Here’s what you need to know.
Windows Defender Quick Scan Crash: Root Cause & Official Fix
Since August 18 2026, a faulty security intelligence update has been crashing Windows Defender during quick scans. Here’s the root cause and the three-step official fix.
