Overview of rapid cyberattacks
Rapid cyberattacks like Petya and WannaCrypt have reset our expectations on the speed and scope of damage that a cyberattack can inflict.
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Microsoft offers several mechanisms to protect against ransomware
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reassess your security strategy and tactics – especially when looking back at the new levels of ransomware’s reach and damage in 2017. -
A worthy upgrade: Next-gen security on Windows 10 proves resilient against ransomware outbreaks in 2017
Adopting reliable attack methods and techniques borrowed from more evolved threat types, ransomware attained new levels of reach and damage in 2017. -
Understanding the performance impact of Spectre and Meltdown mitigations on Windows Systems
Currently three exploits have been demonstrated as technically possible. Go beyond data protection with Microsoft Purview
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Application fuzzing in the era of Machine Learning and AI
Proactively testing software for bugs is not new. -
Detecting reflective DLL loading with Windows Defender ATP
Today’s attacks put emphasis on leaving little, if any, forensic evidence to maintain stealth and achieve persistence. -
Windows Defender Exploit Guard: Reduce the attack surface against next-generation malware
Windows Defender Exploit Guard is a new set of intrusion prevention capabilities that ships with the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update. -
Making Microsoft Edge the most secure browser with Windows Defender Application Guard
Innovation in the attack space is constant as adversaries increase in both determination and sophistication. Streamline privacy management with Microsoft Priva
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Hardening the system and maintaining integrity with Windows Defender System Guard
Just a few weeks ago at Ignite we announced Windows Defender System Guard, which ships in Windows 10, version 1709, also known as the Fall Creators Update. -
Cybersecurity in a modern age
By 2021, worldwide cybercrime damage is expected to reach $6 trillion—double what it cost businesses in 2015. -
Advanced Threat Analytics security research network technical analysis: NotPetya
This post is authored by Igal Gofman, Security Researcher, Advanced Threat Analytics. -
Announcing the Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection ISO 27001 audit assessment report
The security and privacy of customer data are our top priority.
