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> Microsoft is scanning the inside of password-protected zip files for malware
Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2023 7:43 am
by Emad785
https://arstechnica.com/information-tec ... r-malware/
"Brandt said that last year Microsoft’s OneDrive started backing up malicious files he had stored in one of his Windows folders after creating an exception (i.e., allow listing) in his endpoint security tools. He later discovered that once the files made their way to OneDrive, they were wiped off of his laptop hard drive and detected as malware in his OneDrive account.
“I lost the whole bunch,” he said."
Re: > Microsoft is scanning the inside of password-protected zip files for malware
Posted: Tue Jun 27, 2023 7:46 am
by keilecpod
It's worth noting that sometimes certain exceptions or allow listing in security tools can have unintended consequences. It seems like Brandt experienced that when the files he stored in his Windows folder made their way to OneDrive and were wiped off his laptop's hard drive. While it can be a bit inconvenient, detecting and removing potential malware is definitely a top priority.
BTW, have you ever considered pursuing
Microsoft certifications? They can provide valuable knowledge and skills in various Microsoft technologies and services, including security. It's always a good idea to stay up-to-date with the latest developments, especially when it comes to cybersecurity.
Re: > Microsoft is scanning the inside of password-protected zip files for malware
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2023 4:23 pm
by charli55
So, the big question: Does this make you more cautious about what you're storing in your OneDrive, or do you think it's a necessary trade-off for the greater good of cybersecurity?
Re: > Microsoft is scanning the inside of password-protected zip files for malware
Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2023 4:23 pm
by DianaGibson90oXM
That's a fascinating find, and certainly a controversial one at that. On one hand, it's great to see Microsoft taking steps to ensure that malware doesn't get backed up in OneDrive. But scanning inside password-protected zip files does raise some eyebrows in terms of privacy.
Your post made me think of how critical it is to understand the security features of an operating system. For instance, over at
digitalchillmart.com, they offer Windows 11 Pro, which has robust security features like BitLocker and Windows Information Protection. Yet, as your experience shows, no system is entirely foolproof. It's like a double-edged sword: you want the system to be vigilant against threats, but you also don’t want it to overstep boundaries.