The user had asked for a simple PowerShell script to remove Python pycache folders. Instead, the script ended up deleting the contents of the user’s F: drive, including project files and Docker data.

A fake CAPTCHA scam is tricking Windows users into running PowerShell commands that install StealC malware and steal passwords, crypto wallets, and more.

Threat actors are now abusing DNS queries as part of ClickFix social engineering attacks to deliver malware, making this the first known use of DNS as a channel in these campaigns.

The campaign exploits an Office vulnerability to deliver the modular XWorm RAT, chaining HTA, PowerShell, and in-memory .NET execution to sidestep detection and expand post-compromise control.

What is PowerShell? Microsoft PowerShell is a powerful administrative tool that can help you automate tasks for your computer ...

Not all applications are created with remote execution in mind. PowerShell provides several ways to invoke applications on remote computers.

In PowerShell, the Exit function allows you to terminate or stop a script from running. It’s like telling the script to quit or finish up. You can use the Exit keyword to make this happen. Sometimes, ...

For many Windows users, PowerShell is just a strange black window you open once in a while to paste a command from a forum. In reality, PowerShell is one of the most powerful tools built into Windows.

Editor's take: Microsoft is doubling down on its plan to turn Windows 11 into an "agentic AI" platform, and in the process seems determined to strip away the last bits of user agency left in the OS.

As part of the December 2025 Patch Tuesday Update for Windows 11 version 23H2, 24H2, and 25H2, Microsoft made some changes to PowerShell 5.1. So, if you came across a new security warning in Windows ...

PS2EXE installs through the PowerShell Gallery, so you can set it up quickly. Open Windows Terminal or PowerShell as administrator. Run the module installation command: Install-Module -Name PS2EXE ...