Virenscanner-Apps unter Android und iOS kann man bestenfalls einen Placeboeffekt bescheinigen. Weshalb ihr sie nicht braucht und welche Tipps ihr befolgen solltet, um euch keine Schadsoftware einzufangen. 👇
OTA #firmware update bricks #HP printers using third party ink cartridges in the name of………… #antivirus measures. The claim is viruses can be embedded into ink cartridges - but the likelihood is so low. Like really low. Low. Extremely low.
In other words, large company does shady thing and blames it on “#security”
Avast prometteva di proteggere la #privacy degli utenti con i suoi prodotti, ma in realtà ha fatto l’esatto opposto. Tra il 2014 e il 2020, la software house ha raccolto numerose informazioni sensibili.
Okay so I've had it with windows defender. I'm sick of it! How the hell do I entirely turn it off? I want it gone.
That it monitors my vm's drive is annoying enough especially when it keeps finding tons and tons of false positive with the things I'm messing about with, but when it decides to do the freaking same thing to my network storage, without my approval, and also removes the files without my express permission? No way, no how. Not on my watch.
Except it did just that, and I have no damn idea how to restore it. I've added exceptions for my network drives but it still does it regardless. I've disabled the damn thing using windows+i then going to security and toggling it off, only for it to toggle back on behind my back.
What, the, actual hell? Seriously, what the fuck? What should I do? I'm disconnected the drive as it is. That's pushing me back to staying to linux. Permanently this time. Nah, really, it actually is. #antivirus#microsoft#windows
"🔒 When Antivirus Turns Foe: The Shadowy Flipside of AV Software 🔒"
In an enlightening piece by Miguel Mendez Z., a deep dive into the paradoxical world of antivirus (AV) software reveals a concerning trend. Originally designed as cybersecurity guardians, some AV solutions have morphed into vulnerabilities themselves, exposing users to potential threats. The article dissects cases where AV software, instead of acting as a robust security layer, becomes an exploitable loophole for attackers. 🛡️💻🔓
The technical analysis provided highlights how some AV products might execute arbitrary code or misuse their elevated privileges, turning a system's defense mechanism into its Achilles' heel. It calls for a reevaluation of trust placed in these tools and emphasizes the necessity for ongoing vigilance and security hygiene.
Tipp Nr.22: Virenschutzprogramme. Hier scheiden sich die Geister. Wer Windows nutzt, kann den »Microsoft Defender« verwenden. Unter Linux, macOS und auch auf den mobilen Systemen Android und iOS ist ein Virenschutz nicht notwendig. Vorausgesetzt, das System/die Anwendungen sind aktuell, ist die Awareness wichtiger. Antivirenprogramme vermitteln ein trügerisches Gefühl von Sicherheit und verleiten Anwender zu unüberlegten Handlungen.
@stonehead Hi! I'm glad you asked because I'm sure there are many more people wondering about the same thing! :)
Yes, there is always a risk when you download something from open sources. However, you really cannot trust official sources as well. A good example is Sony's rootkit scandal. [1][2]
Doing basic internet "hygiene" will prevent you from most viruses, though. Having a decent virus scanner will do wonders [3], and the rest comes down to common sense. Be very careful with executables, keep your software (like PDF readers) up to date, look for settings to turn off scripts and perhaps consider sanitizing your PDFs before opening them. [4][5]
An interesting point on the aforementioned website is the following:
"With budgets getting tighter, we understand the appeal of free antivirus software. While there have been great changes in free subscriptions, the most notable being they now offer real-time malware protection, they are still minimal compared to a full antivirus security suite.
There are some exceptions, but most free antivirus programs don't offer web protections. This means they won't stop malware from downloading if you accidentally click on a malicious link. They will snatch it before it has a chance to infract your computer, but we feel better than a threatening file doesn't get that far into the process."
I hope this helped you on your way, and if not, do let me know! :)
Avast One brings together antivirus, VPN, and a collection of other security, privacy, and performance features for all your devices, but you get more for your money from other cross-platform suites.
ESET Home Security Premium enhances the impressive features in its entry-level suite with encryption and a cross-platform password manager but doesn't add enough value to make upgrading worthwhile.
A Windows worm called Raspberry Robin has been resurrected to help spread malware and ransomware across your devices. Make sure you've got good protection and be careful what you click and download
Does anybody know of a good overview of cases where #antivirus and other #EndpointSecurity has failed and/or been the problem rather than the solution? #infosec
Edit: just to be clear: most anti-malware products deployed major security issues like open backdoors on many Millions of computers in the past. It's a #snakeoil business where users pay for a false feeling of security and tend to take higher risks. Almost all companies that got #ransomware had anti-malware in place.
Ich bin seit einem halben Jahr daran, die automatische Zahlung per Kreditkarte für ein schon längstens gekündigtes Abonnement deaktivieren zu lassen und gleichzeitig die Kreditkartendaten löschen zu lassen (da man dies nicht selbst tun kann!).