Under the name Windows 11, not only the installation files of the new operating system are spread on the Internet, but also malicious programs. Kaspersky’s analytical team has discovered 850 different variants in the last month.
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“The launch of a new version of the Windows operating system is always of great interest. People want to try the latest version as soon as possible and forget about caution. For example, they download files from unknown sources – something we definitely don’t recommend. The attackers are very well prepared for this interest, “said Anton V. Ivanov, an analyst at Kaspersky.
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According to him, the analyzed malicious files have a very diverse effect. “The pages visited or the files downloaded were supposed to trigger unsolicited pop-up advertising, in many cases harmless, but they could also open access to the host’s station, infect the computer with a Trojan horse or export the user’s saved passwords or cookies,” Ivanov said.
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He stressed that analysts also encountered curiosities. “Like an ‘agreed’ adware system. The file used to install Windows 11 looks quite normal, but while agreeing to the license terms, the inattentive user also agrees to use the Activator program at the same time to run the advertisement. After granting the consent, both Windows 11 and Activator and other sponsored applications will be installed, “added the security expert.
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