Are updates useless if everything works fine? Tutorial

Curious if updates are unnecessary when your device is working fine? Think again! In this engaging video, we reveal how neglecting updates leaves you vulnerable to unseen security flaws. Discover why staying updated is crucial to safeguard against cyber threats. Don't let hackers exploit your oversight—watch now to learn how updates protect you!

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False.

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Just because everything is working well doesn't mean you are safe.

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Updates often fix security flaws you don't see,

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but others are already aware of.

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It's a bit like leaving a window slightly open at home.

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You don't notice it,

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everything seems normal,

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but a burglar sees it immediately,

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and that's often how attacks start,

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through a forgotten flaw,

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through an invisible bug.

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Updates only relate to performance or new features.

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False.

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Improving performance is good,

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but the majority of updates primarily fix security vulnerabilities.

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Hackers can exploit these vulnerabilities in systems,

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browsers,

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or even the apps you use every day.

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Not updating means leaving these vulnerabilities active.

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Cyber attacks often exploit vulnerabilities that have been fixed for a long time.

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True,

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that's exactly what happens.

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Cyber criminals use what is called an exploit,

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a method that relies on a known vulnerability

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that hasn't yet been fixed on your device.

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They know that many people postpone updates and they take advantage of it.

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In other words,

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the vulnerability is public.

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The solution exists,

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but you haven't applied it yet.

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So no,

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updates are not useless.

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They prevent someone from exploiting a vulnerability you're unaware of.

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