Skip to main content
Customer Support Customer Support

Welcome

News, Announcements, Tech Discussions

9608 Topics
TripleHelix
Moderator
TripleHelixModerator
posted in Tech Talk
Microsoft to end Windows 10 support on October 14th, 2025

Another sign that a new version of Windows is on the way!Jun 14, 2021, 9:06am EDT Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 on October 14th, 2025. It will mark just over 10 years since the operating system was first introduced. Microsoft revealed the retirement date for Windows 10 in an updated support life cycle page for the OS. Thurrott reports that this is the first time Microsoft has ever described the end of support for Windows 10.It’s not clear exactly when the support document was updated, but Thurrott reports it only previous documented “when specific Windows 10 versions would leave support,” and not the entire OS. It could be another hint that a new version of Windows is on the way.Microsoft keeps dropping Windows 11 hintsMicrosoft has been dropping lots of hints that it’s ready to launch Windows 11. The software maker is holding a special Windows event to reveal the “next generation” of the OS next week. The event starts at 11AM ET, and the event invite includes a window tha

42346
TripleHelix
Moderator
TripleHelix
Moderator
TripleHelixModerator
posted in Tech Talk
Windows 10 will get five years of additional support thanks to 0patch

Jun 27, 2024 12:46 EDT · Hot! 0patch, a service that provides micro security patches without disruptions, announced today that it plans to offer security patches for Windows 10 for at least five years after its official end of life, giving customers a chance to stick to their current devices without significant security compromises. In fact, analysts predict that the end of Windows 10 will trigger a wave of PC upgrades.0patch is no stranger to providing security updates for now-unsupported products. They still offer patches for Windows 7 and Server 2008, Microsoft Office products, and more. Technically, 0patch is already servicing Windows 10 (six of its discontinued versions, to be precise), but customers have the option to update to version 22H2 and receive updates from Microsoft for free. In October 2025, that privilege will be taken away, and that is when 0patch will step in.With 0patch, Windows 10 users will be getting fixes for critical security vulnerabilities discovered after Oc

341
MajorHavoc
Bronze VIP
TripleHelix
Moderator
TripleHelixModerator
posted in Tech Talk
Microsoft to test “new features and more” for aging, stubbornly popular Windows 10

Support ends next year, but Windows 10 remains the most-used version of the OS.Andrew Cunningham - 6/5/2024, 8:50 AMIn October 2025, Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 for most PC users, which means no more technical support and (crucially) no more security updates unless you decide to pay for them. To encourage adoption, the vast majority of new Windows development is happening in Windows 11, which will get one of its biggest updates since release sometime this fall.Further ReadingWindows 10 is back, and it’s getting Microsoft’s AI-powered Copilot assistantBut Windows 10 is casting a long shadow. It remains the most-used version of Windows by all publicly available metrics, including Statcounter (where Windows 11's growth has been largely stagnant all year) and the Steam Hardware Survey. And last November, Microsoft decided to release a fairly major batch of Windows 10 updates that introduced the Copilot chatbot and other changes to the aging operating system.That may not be th

352
tasystems
New Voice
TylerM
Administrator
TylerMSr. Security Analyst & Community Manager
published in News & Announcements
🚨Webroot Backup & Sync Deletion and Migration to Carbonite FAQF.A.Q.

This is a visibility repost of the original FAQ HEREThis page provides instructions on how to download your Backup & Sync data (if applicable), as well as set up your Carbonite Safe Lite backup account. If you have previously backed up data to Webroot Backup & Sync that you wish to retrieve, and have not already done so, you must do so by July 30, 2023. After this time, the data will no longer be accessible. Download Files From Your Backup and Sync Account Using any device with an Internet connection, you can download files residing in your Anywhere folder, a sync folder, or the Backup folder. For example, if you are traveling and need access to a file, simply login to your SecureAnywhere account and download the file. You can download a single file or a group of files as a Zip archive, as described below.This topic contains the following procedures:Downloading Single Files Downloading Large or Multiple Files or FoldersTo download a single file:From the left panel, select the f

6590
TylerM
Administrator
TylerM
Administrator
TylerMSr. Security Analyst & Community Manager
published in Trivia
STAR WARS TRIVIA - SIGN UP TODAYTrivia

How many of you know your STAR WARS trivia and think you can turn it into Prizes?This could be youWe’re going to have ORIGINAL TRILOGY STAR WARS trivia being hosted on Google Meetups. I will be sharing my screen of the trivia interface. You can use your phone or another screen to join in.We’re going to be giving away some amazing prizes like backpacks, YETI tumblers, Han Solo carbonite icecube trays! You don’t even have to do well to win - random prizes will be given for just attending! Make sure to show up or you don’t get anything You don’t want this to be you

11418
TylerM
Administrator
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
BotnetKnowledge Base

A network of private computers infected with malicious software and controlled as a group without the owners' knowledge, e.g., to send spam messages. Andromeda Nanobot Adwind

1860
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
SpywareKnowledge Base

Spyware is software that aims to gather information about a person or organization sometimes without their knowledge, that may send such information to another entity without the consumer's consent, that asserts control over a device without the consumer's knowledge, or it may send such information to another entity with the consumer's consent, through cookies.Below are some of the known spyware variants: KEYMARBLE RANCOR Vermin HeroRAT InvisiMole SocketPlayer Joker

1780
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
WormKnowledge Base

A Worm’s purpose is to propagate and spread as much as it can because it’s usually designed to find a specific environment as its target. It differs from a virus in that it doesn’t need a host file to infect and spread. Once the worm reaches its target environment it has limitless options of the end goal from the attacker, like deleting files or delivering other malware payloads like ransomware. Ransomware combined with worms using exploits was made famous with the WannaCry and NotPetya attacks in 2017 that caused over $5 Billion in damage. Below are some of the known worm variants: Brambul

1140
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
TrojanKnowledge Base

Trojans are installed generally without a user’s full, meaningful, and informed consent. A Trojan differs from most malware as the payload (or the behavior) of a Trojan can be controlled potentially from a remote site. Trojan Dropper: A file that contains at least one additional, malicious file. For a file to be a Trojan Dropper and not solely a “dropper” its payload must be comprised of multiple, unrelated spies (multiple, unrelated spies indicate that this is a custom, affiliate installer). A Trojan Dropper may be an executable that contains multiple files. When the Trojan Dropper executes, the files inside the .exe are installed. A Trojan Dropper may also be a .chm (Windows Help File). Since a .chm is really a Windows proprietary compressor, it may contain multiple, malicious bundles inside the .chm, which the Trojan Dropper installs when the user exec Trojan Downloader: After installation, the Trojan contacts a remote host/site and installs packages or affiliates from the remote

3230
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
CryptominerKnowledge base

The world of cryptocurrency is in its infancy stages, but criminals have been using it for years and proving the utility and anonymity of blockchain technology. Not to mention the spike in interest and speculative price on the technology has really put a focus for criminals to accumulate as much as possible. The ledger system required for blockchain tech requires mining as a fundamental. Criminals have found ways to leverage victims computers to be part of the mining operation. Victims computers will have their CPU stolen in order to mine the cryptocurrency to which the criminals will be directly rewarded without having to deal with victims for any payment scheme. It’s now grown so popular with the profitability along with minimal illegal footprint, that its one of top threats in the landscape today. Below are some of the known cryptominer variants: PowerGhost ZombieBoy msHelper WinstarNssmMiner ADB.Miner PyRoMinelot

3670
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
RansomwareKnowledge Base

Quite possibly the most devastating malware for victims and most profitable for criminals. This type of malware aims to block access to your data by either encrypting your files or the entire hard drive. To get your data back, victims are forced pay the criminals ransom to get their files back. Historically, ransom payments to cybercriminals was through Ukash and Moneypak, but with the emergence of cryptocurrency and the anonymity and versatility it offers, crypto is now the only payment criminals will take. There is no guarantee that victims will get their files back, but for the most part criminals do decrypt the files or else no one would pay the ransom. This is one of the most popular payloads of choice for criminals and it’s been featured in just about every type of attack vector like email attachments, exploit kits, browser extensions, office macros, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), ect. If a cybercriminal has breached your system the most likely end result will be ransomware. F

2530
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
VirusKnowledge Base

The oldest of all malware is the virus and it’s been around since the 70's. Designed to attach its code to other programs. Once those infected programs are executed, the virus will duplicate itself and spread like mad. Today, “Viruses” by their strict definition are rare in the wild and are usually in the form of file infectors. Below are some of the known virus variants: CEIDPageLock Dark Tequila Marap DeepLocker Dark Caracal Ramnit Rakhni OSX.Dummy PROPagate GZipDe MirageFox Zacinlo Olympic Destroyer Kardon Loader Mylobot Clipboard Hijacker MysteryBot DMOSK KillDisk BabaYaga The Nocturnal Stealer MalHide VPNFilter Vega Stealer LockerGoga

1220
LLiddell
akim
akimRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
Webroot VIP Program

Here at Webroot, we love audience participation. We want to recognize and reward the most active, influential members of the Webroot Community for all the ideas, support, and general conversation they contribute. When you sign in to the Webroot Community, each post, kudo, tag, accepted solution, etc. is counted toward your rank. Starting at the Frequent Voice level, you will join the Webroot VIP Program and receive a Webroot reward to thank you for your contributions. Below is a list of levels and rewards for the Webroot VIP Program: So keep up the awesome work! And if you’re talking about us outside the Webroot Community, bring the conversation over to Webroot and earn even more points! If you have any questions, just let us know; and if you haven't yet joined the Community, sign up here.

5470
akim
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
Getting Started GuideTutorial

Welcome to the Webroot Community! We are so happy to have you here and want to make sure you feel comfortable navigating through the Webroot Community. To get you started, we created a few helpful tutorials. Registration: New user Registration: Reclaiming Webroot account Editing user profile Community Guidelines Stay informed How to subscribe How to tag other community members How to quote other community members How to add a signature to your profile How to change your avatar How notification emails work How to erase a user from the community In addition, you can always ask one of our friendly community members and moderators for assistance at any time, as we are always happy to help! And remember, we will be updating this page with more and more helpful content so be sure to subscribe!

107510
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
How to tag other community membersTutorial

How to tag other community members When you tag another user the system will notify them that they were mentioned in a post so they will be sure to see it. To tag a user, you simply start with the @ symbol, then begin typing their username. The system will suggest matches, and you simply select the username of the person you would like to tag. As soon as you post your message, they will receive a notification that they were mentioned, and a link to the post.

2090
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
How to Stay InformedTutorial

How to stay informed To find out what’s going on in the Webroot Community with the topics, threads, and discussions you care about is easier than ever. In the top right section of the community, you’ll see your profile. Click on it, and you’ll see your profile information. My Profile This section is where you can setup your profile and make changes to your settings. You can read more about that here. Topics This is where you’ll find all topics (questions, discussions, and articles) you have created. You’ll be able to sort/filter by ‘Most Answers’ or ‘Most Views’ but by default, you’ll find the topics at the top where there was recent activity. Replies This is where you’ll find all of your responses. Solved This is where you’ll find all of your responses that have been marked, ‘Best Answer’. Subscriptions This is where you’ll find all of your topics (questions, discussions, and articles) that you have subscribed to or marked as a ‘Favorite’. By default, all o

3670
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
How to SubscribeTutorial

How to subscribe to threads and subforums Subscribing to content on the community is the best way to keep track of what interests you most. It’s easy to keep track of everything. Here are couple helpful hints. Subscribing to threads, discussions, questions, and ideas To subscribe to a thread simply scroll to the bottom of the author’s or original poster’s (OP) first post, and click on the star. Once you’ve done this, you’ll be notified via email each time that this thread has been updated with a new reply. Subscribing to subforums If you find that there‘s a particular area of the community that is particularly interesting, you can subscribe to that entire subforum. Simply click on the ‘Subscribe’ button on the top right of the page. Once you’ve done this, you’ll be notified via email of each additional new discussion that has been added to this area of the community.

4790
LLiddell
F
freydrewRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
How to quote other Community membersTutorial

On occasion it will be useful to quote other users to provide context to your reply. This can be done by following the steps provided below: How do I quote another user in my reply? Left click the “Quote” button at the bottom of the post you wish to reference Add your response below and click the orange “Reply” button toward the bottom right

1460
F
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
How to change your avatarTutorial

Personalize your appearance on the Community with your own unique avatar! This is also known as a profile picture, and it will appear whenever you post, as well as on your profile. Follow the steps below to change it. How to change your avatar These steps will walk you through changing your avatar: Click on your avatar image in the upper right Click, “Settings” Look for the field called, “Profile picture” Click, “Edit” Locate the image on your computer that you wish to use and click, “Open” Click, “Save changes” located below on the same page

2180
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
How to add a signature to your profileTutorial

Let other users know some information about you with the signature function. This will add a brief line or two about you and be located on the bottom of each of your replies. How to add a signature to your profile To automatically add a signature at the end of your posts, follow these steps: Click on your profile icon in the upper right Select, “Settings” from the drop-down menu that appears Scroll down until you find a field called, “Forum signature” Type your desired signature into the Signature text box Click, “Save changes”

1950
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Community 101
Editing user profileTutorial

Where can I find my profile? At the top right of the Webroot Community, next to ‘Create Topic’ you’ll see either a ‘Login’ button (if you haven’t already logged in OR your profile overview.) Click on that profile overview button. If you haven’t signed in, please do so (you can find help on doing that here) After you’ve opened your profile, you can fill out your profile by clicking on ‘Edit profile’. This is where you’ll be able to Upload your profile avatar Fill out some information about yourself Create a custom signature here Where can I edit my settings? Once you’re in your profile, under ‘Settings’ you’ll be able to select what information is shared publicly and what notifications you’d like to receive. Other items you can set in this section include: Show badges Show ratings Show user title Subscription notifications Receive private messages More How can I change my password? Changing your password is really easy. In the ‘My profile’

7080
LLiddell
LLiddell
LLiddellRetired Webrooter
published in Malware Manifesto
Keyloggers/System MonitorsKnowledge Base

Keyloggers and System monitors are either commercial or non-commercial. A commercial system monitor is a piece of software with system monitor characteristics, obtained with a legitimate license by legal means. All other system monitors are non-commercial system monitors. The system monitor category encompasses any software that performs the following actions: Overtly or covertly records system processes and/or user actions Makes those records available for retrieval and review at a later time These processes can include any action on a machine from the time it turns on to the time it turns off, such as: Time of power on Login information E-mail passwords Financial account information Credit card numbers Social security numbers Screenshots Phone numbers Addresses Keystrokes Webcam photos Sound Time of power off Any other computer activity Example

1320
LLiddell
akim
akimRetired Webrooter
posted in Community 101
Webroot Community Guidelines

Welcome to the Webroot Community! The mission of this online community is to provide a virtual meeting space where Webroot users and cybersecurity enthusiasts can learn, share, and connect. While our community is aimed at Webroot customers and users, we welcome everyone with an interest in cybersecurity, as long as you observe these community rules: Be Respectful We work hard to keep spammers and trolls away from the Webroot Community, and we expect users to treat one another with respect. Differing viewpoints, constructive criticism, and requests for clarification are all welcome. Insensitive topics and comments, name-calling, profanity, and anything you wouldn’t want someone to say to you in person will be removed at the moderators’ discretion. Multiple offenses will result in a temporary or permanent ban. Keep the Positivity The Webroot Community is a place to ask questions, get answers, and share ideas in a positive environment. There are plenty of other forums to post neg

349190
akim
TripleHelix
Moderator
TripleHelixModerator
posted in Water Cooler
Goodnight Thread - 2

The old thread (10 years) has run it’s course as you can’t post in there anymore so I started a new one! Thanks @Ssherjj    

2966601
TripleHelix
Moderator
Jasper_The_Rasper
Moderator
Jasper_The_RasperModerator
posted in Water Cooler
Good Morning Thread - 2

For the original Good Morning Thread, please see here - Good Morning Thread Good morning/afternoon/evening Webrooters. It is finally cooling down here again now but there are no storms forecast tonight a shame really.

76161651
Jasper_The_Rasper
Moderator

Badges

Show all badges

Join the Conversation

Terms & Conditions