#Software_improvements

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Safari and Chrome need to be updated only from the browsers themselves New malware called Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS), released in early 2023, targets Apple users. Using the latest version of malware, attackers inject AMOS into fake updates for Safari and Chrome browsers for Mac. AMOS is a powerful piece of malware that, once installed on a victim's computer, can steal passwords, iCloud keychains, credit card numbers, crypto wallets, files, and more. After discovering the first AMOS threats in March and April, security researchers at Malwarebytes discovered in September that Mac users were installing AMOS through fake Google search ads. Fake Safari and Chrome updates for Mac contain malware that steals passwords and card data [caption id="attachment_84107" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Chrome updates[/caption] Now, Malwarebytes reports that fake Safari and Chrome browser updates are now being used to install AMOS on victims' Macs. The new AMOS approach is called ClearFake. Attackers use hacked websites to deliver fake Safari and Chrome updates. Users are advised not to download software from unreliable or unknown sources - "update Safari directly from your Mac in system settings or Chrome directly from Google or the Chrome app."

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All the innovations of Windows 11 Moment 4 and a little more Microsoft has released Windows 11 23H2 (build 22631.2428) to OEMs such as Dell, HP, and Lenovo. This was an important step before the full public launch and will allow manufacturers to ensure OS compatibility with their devices.  [caption id="attachment_77871" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Windows 11[/caption] The update is distributed as an "activation package" that includes features already present in the operating system code. The update includes all the innovations of Windows 11 Moment 4, as well as additional improvements. Windows 11 23H2 is considered the last major update before the release of Windows 12. The latest major Windows 11 update has gone to PC manufacturers ahead of its full launch Windows 11 Moment 4 includes a redesigned Explorer, support for more archive formats, taskbar improvements, the Windows Backup app, Copilot assistant, and a host of other changes. Additionally, Windows 11 23H2 brings a system components page in settings, improvements to the notification center, the Windows Ink Anywhere feature (you can write in any text field and then recognize it), and so on.  Note that Windows 11 Moment 4 with new features can already be installed manually by anyone using the recent optional update.