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Microsoft, TrendMicro, Avast, SentinelOne, and AVG endpoint detection and response and antivirus systems could be exploited to act as data wipers, BleepingComputer reports. ....
A SafeBreach security researcher discovered several vulnerabilities that allowed him to turn endpoint detection and response (EDR) and antivirus (AV) tools into wipers. ....
It’s not widely known to consumers and small business users that Microsoft offers built-in ransomware protection. Turning it on is pretty simple: type in Ransomware Protection in the Windows 10 Cortana search bar (typically in the bottom lower left of the screen) then select the Ransomware Protection screen. Toggle on the Controlled folder access. Then you have the option to select which folders you want protected. It’s not widely known to consumers and small business users that Microsoft offers built-in ransomware protection. (Screenshot/Brooke Crothers) Click on Protected folders. The Protected Folders screen should already be populated by folders that are protected by default. You’re also given the option to add other protected folders. ....