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HISTORICAL FACTS: This data stealing windows malware bypasses defender but protecting your pc is easy - The Untold Story

Windows security threat.

According to a recent report by Trend Micro researchers (via TechRadar), your Windows PC could be vulnerable to new malware known as Phemedrone Stealer. This malware is taking advantage of a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Defender SmartScreen, and it's capable of working around your PC's built-in Defender antivirus software.

Officially, the malware is tracked as CVE-2023-36025 and has a vulnerability score of 8.8/10. If your PC is targeted, the Phemedrone Stealer malware can take sensitive data, like passwords and authentication codes, from your web browsers, cryptocurrency wallets, and even messaging platforms, like Steam, Discord, or Telegram. 

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