Kaspersky researchers took to the public to warn people against downloading fake Windows 11 installers that could potentially inject malware, adware and other dangerous programs on their PCs.
Researchers have witnessed several malware-riddled fake installers online in the last few days, targeting desperate Microsoft fans who are keen on trying out the firm’s new Operating System.
Despite making an early announcement sometime this year, Microsoft is yet to release Windows 11 but made its preview versions available for Windows Insider Program members and developers, along with best casinos online.
When it dropped the news of the new Windows OS last month, Microsoft confirmed that it would make Windows 11 available on new desktops, laptops and other devices before the end of the year. This new version will be available as a free upgrade for specific Windows 10 devices.
In terms of beautification, Windows 11 is different from Windows 10, which includes a redefined Start button, revamped taskbar and sounds, and different varieties of features that were programmed to make it efficient and smooth.
Those who wish to get their hands on the new OS before its official release should be joining the Windows Insider programme and download the preview versions provided by Microsoft itself.
However, cybercriminals are willing to bank on the famous hype around this newest version of Windows OS to their taste. In one instance, Kaspersky analysts found an installable 1.76GB file named ‘86307_windows 11 builds 21996.1 x64 + activator.exe’, which appeared genuine but had a DLL file with pointless information.
Rather than installing the new Windows 11, the installer will instead run another executable file with a license agreement. And if the user happens to agree to the terms, the file will go on to download malicious software right into the system, and this could lead to serious loss of data on your device. No on like this, including real money casinos.
This is only one example of a fake installer, according to Kaspersky researchers, there are hundreds of other malicious installers all across the web.
Users desperate to get their hands on the new Windows 11 on their PCs should sign up for the Windows Insider Program, or should just wait a few more months until Microsoft drops an official public build.
Microsoft avid fans should also note that the new OS update is currently in beta, so downloading and installing it on a system might not be the best idea right now. They should rather install Windows 11 on a secondary PC, on a virtual machine that could support it.
