At Watchdog, safeguarding our users’ digital security isn’t just our mission, it’s our unwavering commitment. Today, we’re providing full transparency about a critical security vulnerability we’ve identified and completely resolved in our Anti-Malware solution.
The Discovery
Our security team, working alongside Check Point Research during their investigation of the notorious “Silver Fox” Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, uncovered a serious vulnerability within our driver component. This flaw could potentially allow malicious actors with local system access to:
• Override critical driver interface protections
• Gain unauthorized elevated system privileges
• Disable essential security services, including antivirus and endpoint detection systems
Our Immediate Response
We understand that security vulnerabilities demand swift, decisive action. That’s why we’ve already deployed Watchdog Anti-Malware version 4.3.430 as of September 12, 2025. This comprehensive security update delivers:
Enhanced Security Architecture:
- Improved access control enforcement through proper DACL implementation
- Strengthened device object creation with enhanced security flags
- Better process verification that checks security levels before allowing system modifications
Your Protection is Guaranteed
Because your security cannot wait, we’ve pushed this critical update automatically to all Watchdog Anti-Malware installations worldwide. Our forced deployment ensures that every single user receives immediate protection against this threat vector.
Verify Your Protection Status:
- Check that your Watchdog Anti-Malware displays version 4.3.430 or higher
- If your system hasn’t updated automatically, initiate a manual update immediately
- Contact our support team if you encounter any issues during the update process
Leading the Cybersecurity Revolution
This incident perfectly illustrates why the cybersecurity landscape demands constant vigilance and innovation. Today’s threat actors are more sophisticated, more persistent, and more dangerous than ever before. They don’t just attack from the outside, they exploit every possible avenue, including the very tools designed to protect you.
At Watchdog, we don’t just respond to threats—we anticipate them. Our proactive approach combines:
- Cutting-edge threat intelligence from global security partnerships
- Zero-compromise engineering that prioritizes security over convenience
- Transparent communication that keeps you informed every step of the way
The Future of Digital Defense
Cybercriminals never sleep, and neither do we. As attack methodologies evolve, our defensive capabilities evolve faster. We’re not just patching vulnerabilities, we’re architecting the next generation of cybersecurity technology that stays three steps ahead of tomorrow’s threats.
This vulnerability resolution demonstrates our commitment to turning every security challenge into an opportunity to strengthen our platform. When threats emerge, we don’t just defend—we advance.
— The Watchdog Security Team
For technical support or questions about this security update, contact our 24/7 support team.
