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Microsoft PowerToys adds Alt+Tab-style switching for an app's windows
Microsoft updated its Windows PowerToys toolset with a new utility dubbed "Window Hopper" that lets users switch between an app's windows more quickly. [...]
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🔍Threat Overview
Microsoft PowerToys has been updated with a new 'Window Hopper' feature that allows users to quickly switch between an app's windows, potentially aiding attackers in navigating compromised systems.
⚙️Technical Details
Affected Systems
Windows
Attack Vectors
Alt+Tab-style switching for an app's windows
💥Impact Assessment
Severity: low
Who Is at Risk
Users of Windows with the PowerToys toolset installed
🛡️Recommended Actions
1Monitor system activity for suspicious Alt+Tab behavior
2Disable PowerToys if not necessary
3Keep PowerToys up-to-date with latest security patches
📦Affected Products
Product Name: PowerToysVersion: 0.101.2362.0
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