The Windows Defender Scan seems to add around an extra hour (ish) within our environment. If a version could be provided that has the option to turn off the Windows Defender scan, that would be great ...

Every time I've had the pleasure of troubleshooting a slow computer, I've discovered that viruses were sapping the PC's performance—and that's included my own. However, you don't have to start pricing ...

A new tool called 'Defendnot' can disable Microsoft Defender on Windows devices by registering a fake antivirus product, even when no real AV is installed. The trick utilizes an undocumented Windows ...

Windows Defender is an essential security software for Windows PCs, but many users face issues with it not working in Windows 11. To fix Windows Defender not working in Windows 11, restart the ...

One of the most dangerous types of malware is designed to gain remote access to a victim’s PC, such as Remote Access Trojans (RATs) and kernel-level rootkits. They operate silently, making detection ...

A Dec. 12 posting to Microsoft’s security update guide has confirmed that a Windows Defender vulnerability, rated as critical according to Microsoft itself, could have enabled an attacker who ...

To permanently remove Windows Security, use Local Group Policy Editor, Windows Registry tweaks, or the Windows Defender Remover tool. Be cautious— removal can leave your PC vulnerable. Always back up ...

A GitHub project that disables Windows Defender and firewall is generating buzz among cybersecurity researchers. Will Dormann, a senior vulnerability analyst at Vul Labs, posted about the GitHub ...

Here are the basics: Microsoft Defender is the virus protection integrated into Windows by default. If no other antivirus program is installed and activated, Defender protects you against viruses. You ...