Tag: Drivers

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New Windows driver blocks software that changes default web browser

New Windows driver blocks software that changes default web browser

Microsoft has introduced a Windows driver that prevents users from changing default browser Edge in Windows 10 and 11 via third-party software or manual registry changes. The driver UCPD.sys, or User Choice Protection Driver, landed without notice among other February updates for Windows 10 (KB5... Read more

date11 days ago
AMD optimizes OpenGL performance for gaming GPUs

AMD optimizes OpenGL performance for gaming GPUs

AMD improved the performance of its Open Graphics Library (OpenGL) technology for graphics rendering in video games. The rewritten PRO Edition 22.Q3 OpenGL driver speeds up 2D and 3D processing in several applications. The driver is now available for AMD gaming GPUs. AMD claims the new OpenGL dr... Read more

date2 years ago
Vulnerability in Gigabyte driver used for ransomware attack

Vulnerability in Gigabyte driver used for ransomware attack

A no longer used Gigabyte driver has been discovered, with a digital signature, which can still be used to fully encrypt the files on a computer. Cybersecurity firm Sophos investigated, and concluded that a workaround it was indeed possible. Ransomware RobbinHood would use the outdated driver wi... Read more

date4 years ago