3 posts tagged with "Windows"

This section delves into recent developments concerning Windows operating systems, specifically focusing on activation methods and their resilience against updates. We'll uncover how a seemingly problematic Windows patch led to a deeper understanding of software vulnerabilities and innovative workarounds. Additionally, this content offers a critical perspective on the evolving landscape of Microsoft's code quality control.

The &s that (temporarily) killed TSforge

July 8, 2025 · 15 min read

Lyssa

Lyssa

Researcher @ MASSGRAVE

Introduction

A recent Windows update killed our new activation exploit, TSforge... or so we thought. I will break down what went wrong, how we worked around the problem, and in the process, make a point about the apparent decline in Microsoft's code quality control.

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If the download or the script doesn't work, please temporarily disable your antivirus (including Windows Defender real-time protection) and try again. Activation tools are commonly flagged as false positives.

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