

Get the latest news on new launches, gadget reviews, apps, cybersecurity, and more on personal technology only on DH Tech.Microsoft OneNote: App Reviews, Features, Pricing & Download | AlternativeTo (function()() Skip to main contentSkip to site searchPlatformsCategoriesOnlineWindowsAndroidMaciPhoneLinuxiPadAndroid TabletProductivitySocialDevelopmentBackupRemote Work & StudyLoginSign up HomeOffice & ProductivityMicrosoft OneNoteAbout1088Microsoft OneNoteA digital notebook application that gives people one place to gather notes and information. Even sometimes, known people unknowingly forward emails or SMS with malicious codes Also, don't neglect any warnings from anti-virus apps. Here's how to protect your system from malware and phishing attempts:ġ) Always make sure the email sender is a person you really knowĢ) Don't react in panic, as bad actors send fake IT notices or bank closure notices to make you reveal bank account details and steal your moneyģ) Always ensure the device is running on the latest softwareĤ) Also, it is a good practice to install anti-virus software in your system for early detection of malware. Must read | Hackers using malicious Microsoft OneNote attachment to spread malware Users will receive a notification when files are deemed dangerous to improve the file protection experience in OneNote on Windows," reads the Microsoft notification.

"We add enhanced protection when users open or download an embedded file in OneNote.

Now, Microsoft has announced that it has improved the security system to ensure no malware can be side-loaded into documents via the OneNote app. There were also reports that some PCs with good anti-virus protection, used to warn people, but still, he/she used to download them and end up with malware such as AsyncRAT and XWorm remote access trojans in their system. Most victims unknowingly double-click the file and the malware gets downloaded. In January earlier this year, reports emerged that bad actors were using the OneNote app to send malicious malware to prey on potential victims.Ĭybercriminals used to create Visual Basic Script (VBS) attachments with malware using the OneNote app.
