In June 2021, when Windows 11 was not even released, download links were widely shared online. At present, alike 2021 fake links to download the OS are all over the sites. If you click on these links to download the OS, cybercriminals will be able to access your systems and install malware on them. The news of the fake download link to upgrade to Windows 11 was first confirmed by HP’s Threat Research Blog. Also, it is not easy to distinguish between the real and the fake ‘windowsupgarded.com’ site. People will not know whether they have clicked on the authentic site and the link, or they are trapped by the cybercriminals.
How will the fake link affect the users?
The circulated fake link will have an adverse effect on the people who click on it. If they accidentally click on the link and install the upgraded version of Windows 11, their computers will be hacked. A malware ‘RedLine Stealer’ will enter the system and will damage the files and data stored in it. Along with this, the personal and sensitive information stored on the system can be used by the cybercriminals against the user. The Threat Research Blog noted that it’s “widely advertised for sale within underground forums”. To be at as safer side you can always protect your Windows from hackers and viruses. Go to the link to know how: https://www.techthirsty.com/how-to-protect-your-computer-from-hackers-viruses-with-ease/ Microsoft confirmed the news of free Windows 11 upgrade On January 26, Microsoft confirmed that the free upgrade to Windows 11 will soon enter the final phase of availability. This meant all the users having a compatible device could soon get the latest OS. Also, on January 27, Windows upgraded domain was enrolled. On February 8, HP issue an official warning about the malware. As per the company, it is similar to the method that was used back in December to download Discord.
