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Hacker Group Exploits Intel Driver to Bypass Defender
8/31/2025
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- A hacker group is using an Intel CPU tuning driver to disable Microsoft Defender in ransomware attacks since July 2025, linked to the Akira group.
- Experts advise employing strong antivirus software, avoiding suspicious websites, and enabling two-factor authentication for protection.
- This incident underscores vulnerabilities in Windows' trust system, enabling the misuse of legitimate tools.
