Windows Defender - Hack Brief

Network Security

Hackers Defeat Windows Defender Using Electron Apps and JavaScript—No Native Code Needed

Windows Defender falls to an unlikely enemy: JavaScript. No complex code needed—just basic apps expose Microsoft’s security blind spot.

Hack Brief Team
May 16, 2025

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Cybersecurity Basics

How Effective Is Windows Defender for Cybersecurity Protection?

Windows Defender scores perfect marks in security tests, but critical gaps in ransomware defense might leave your data vulnerable. Learn what experts recommend.

Hack Brief Team
August 4, 2024

Cybersecurity in Agriculture

When a Cyberattack Crippled Whole Foods’ Deliveries—and Why It Wasn’t Just Them

A single cyberattack on UNFI didn't just empty Whole Foods' shelves - it exposed a…

Hack Brief Team
June 15, 2025

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Cyber Attacks

The Font That Hijacked a System—And Your Antivirus Didn’t Stand a Chance

Your antivirus isn't ready for this: seemingly innocent fonts are now lethal cyber…

Hack Brief Team
June 15, 2025

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Cybersecurity in Finance

Cybercriminals Never Sleep: Inside the Relentless Fight to Protect UK Banks From Hackers

UK banks lost thousands of devices while cybercriminals stole millions. Learn how…

Hack Brief Team
June 15, 2025

Cryptocurrency Crime

Scammers Are Looting Baby Boomers’ Billions—Why Warnings Keep Failing

Despite $3.4 billion stolen from Baby Boomers in 2023, traditional fraud warnings keep…

Hack Brief Team
June 15, 2025