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Wayne Williams

Microsoft is finally clamping down on scam attacks with new "scareware" sensor - here's what you need to know

Scareware blocker.
  • Microsoft's new tool protects users from fake support and scam popups
  • The new scareware sensor in Edge promises faster SmartScreen threat detection
  • The AI-driven Scareware blocker is backed with community reports and real-time protection

Microsoft is expanding its protection tools in its Edge browser with the wider release of its Scareware blocker and the introduction of a new scareware sensor aimed at stopping tech support scams before they reach users.

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