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Fake Microsoft Security Scan Tells You to Remove Antivirus—Then Scammers Ask for Remote Access
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Scammers are running fake Microsoft-branded security scan websites that display fabricated system warnings and artificially low security scores to frighten visitors. The sites instruct users to uninstall their antivirus software, then collect personal and banking details through a form before redirecting victims to await a callback. During that call, operators request remote access to complete a fake refund, giving criminals direct control of the device. Malwarebytes identified 11 related sites sharing one server.
Microsoft August 2026 Update Breaks When Generating PDF/XPS Content
Matched: health
Microsoft's August 2026 .NET Framework cumulative updates are causing printing failures and PDF/XPS generation errors in WPF applications. The bug triggers a System.IO.FileFormatException when using ClearType fonts like Calibri, Cambria, Constantia, and Corbel, affecting Windows 10, 11, and Server 2012–2025. The issue stems from stricter font validation in the TrueType subsetter introduced alongside fixes for six security vulnerabilities. A temporary workaround exists but disables the security protections the update introduced.
Microsoft August 2026 Windows Updates Trigger Issues on Devices Using RGB Lighting Features
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Microsoft is investigating a Windows 11 issue where August 2026 security update KB5121003 causes games to freeze, crash, or trigger PC restarts on devices with RGB lighting hardware. The problem involves the inpoutx64 driver used by RGB peripherals and components. Affected games include ARC Raiders, MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and THE FINALS. As a workaround, Microsoft advises disabling the driver via Registry Editor. Windows Server is unaffected.