How does the GhostHook attack bypass Microsoft PatchGuard?

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Issue Highlights: How does the GhostHook attack bypass Microsoft PatchGuard? How can Windows digital signature check be defeated? Zusy malware: Are your PowerPoint files at risk? Antimalware software: How can Windows 10 disable it? How should undocumented features in software be addressed?

How does the GhostHook attack bypass Microsoft PatchGuard? A technique known as the GhostHook attack can get around PatchGuard, but Microsoft hasn't patched the flaw. Expert Michael Cobb explains why, as well as how the attack works. Read Now

How can Windows digital signature check be defeated? A security researcher discovered that editing two registry keys can alter a Windows digital signature check. Matt Pascucci explains what that means for digital signatures. Read Now

Zusy malware: Are your PowerPoint files at risk? Several spam campaigns were discovered after a malicious PowerPoint file was exposed. Learn how Zusy malware is delivered upon hovering over hypertext and how files can be saved. Read Now

Antimalware software: How can Windows 10 disable it? Kaspersky Lab recently accused Windows 10 of acting as an antivirus block to third-party antimalware software. Discover how your software is being blocked and how this can be fixed. Read Now

How should undocumented features in software be addressed? Kaspersky Lab recently discovered an undocumented feature in Microsoft Word. Expert Kevin Beaver explains the risks and what to do if you come across one of these software flaws. Read Now

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