Windows Defender Controlled Folder Access Tutorial and Test vs Ransomware

Microsoft's Fall Creator's Update 1709 is here, and with it some great enhancements to Windows Defender to fight ransomware. For instance, Controlled Folder Access prevents unsafe applications from accessing/modifying files in specific folders. Does it really safeguard against unauthorized encryption? What does it mean for the AV industry? This video explores these questions in depth. ------------------------------------------- Thanks for watching! If you like what you see, check out the links below. Patreon: www.patreon.com/tpsc Forum: forum.thepcsecuritychannel.com/ Twitter: twitter.com/leotpsc Facebook: www.facebook.com/tpscyt

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