Microsoft engineers have published a security bulletin on a new vulnerability affecting Surface Pro 3 tablets. The bug could be used by an attacker to inject malicious devices into corporate networks and bypass the Device Health Attestation. Other Surface devices, including Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book, are not considered affected by this issue. Although… Continue reading Microsoft warns of dangerous vulnerability in Surface Pro 3 devices
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Windows EFS can help encryptors and make work of antiviruses more difficult
Safebreach Labs reported that attackers could use the Windows Encrypting File System (EFS) for their needs. Windows EFS can help encryptors and make work of antiviruses more difficult. EFS has been part of Windows operating systems since the release of Windows 2000. Unlike full BitLocker encryption, EFS can selectively encrypt individual files or folders. Researchers… Continue reading Windows EFS can help encryptors and make work of antiviruses more difficult