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How to Use Microsoft Defender on All Your Devices


Microsoft Defender, the company’s security app, is now available to any individual who has a subscription to Microsoft 365, the online productivity suite that includes Word, Excel, and more. Different from the previously released Microsoft Defender software that was built exclusively into Windows computers, this version is available on Windows, Android, macOS, and iOS devices.

Owners of Windows computers without Microsoft 365 don’t need to sweat; Microsoft is still preinstalling software on Windows to protect against viruses and other malware. That software is now simply branded as Windows Security. Beyond accessing a security dashboard where all your connected devices are visible, there’s not a lot of extra incentive for Windows owners to download the new Microsoft Defender app.

Microsoft is extending protection options to Mac and smartphone owners who use Microsoft 365. Not all devices receive the same protections, however. For example, on the Mac, anti-malware protection is provided by Microsoft Defender, while web protection is not.

On the other hand, iPhones and Android devices are able to use web protection from Microsoft Defender. The web protection runs a virtual private network on your smartphone in the background and tries to intervene if any dangerous hyperlinks appear. Microsoft claims that the data from your browsing history is stored on-device and not shared with the company. Learn even more about VPNs and boosting your digital privacy with WIRED senior writer and reviewer Scott Gilbertson’s guide to the best VPNs. In addition to web protection, the anti-malware protection from Microsoft Defender is supported for Android phones.

The new Microsoft Defender app is designed to be used specifically by consumers—as in families and individuals. Although the names are similar, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a separate security suite for businesses. Microsoft has guidance on its website to help you understand the Endpoint version and how to switch between accounts.

If you aren’t a Microsoft 365 subscriber but want to get Microsoft Defender, a personal plan costs $70 a year, and a family plan for up to six people costs $100 a year. With a subscription to Microsoft…

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Microsoft Defender Can Now Automatically Prevent Exchange Server Exploits


The antivirus will mitigate one of the four zero-day exploits discovered on Microsoft Exchange servers.

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Microsoft has rolled out a security update for Defender Antivirus to mitigate the CVE-2021-28655 Exchange Server vulnerability via a URL Rewrite configuration. The antivirus will also scan the server and reverse changes made by any known threats.

The Redmond company has rolled out multiple security patches after it was discovered that bad actors are using four zero-day exploits in Exchange Server to carry out ransomware attacks. The security exploits affect Microsoft Exchange Server 2013, 2016, and 2019.

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Microsoft fixes 12-year-old security flaw in Windows Defender


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Microsoft fixes Windows Defender flaw which would execute instead of deleting malware


Microsoft has fixed a flaw in Windows Defender which was being actively exploited in the wild.

The Microsoft Defender Remote Code Execution Vulnerability (CVE-2021-1647) would see Windows Defender turn into the attacker, triggering the execution of malware when the malware was scanned, instead of quarantining and deleting it.

This means a file could be sent by email or USB drive, and when downloaded and automatically scanned be immediately triggered.

The exploit was fixed as part of Patch Tuesday on the 12th and was one of 80 flaws which were addressed.

To check if you are protected, checked the version number of the scan engine in the Windows Security app by searching for Windows Security in the start menu, opening the app, and going to Settings and About. Version 1.1.17700.4 and above are not vulnerable to the exploit.

via GrahamCluley

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