Hardentools for windows is an application created specifically to increase security on Windows 10, 8, 7, or Vista systems by disabling certain functions and disabling potential exploits for malware authors. According to its creators, Hardentools should act as a supplement to antivirus software by closing possible entryways to malware authors who could then target vulnerable areas within systems through potential vulnerability gaps in security software alone. Although Hardentools for windows 10 might seem useful and is targeted towards “typical” computer users who likely never actually utilize some functionalities listed, disabling will not pose an intrusive threat or cause disruptions on Windows security systems.
People who rely on any of these functions on an everyday basis might find it hard to recommend this program, since at its current state of development there are no options that allow users to select individual elements they wish to disable; the only choice available to users here is disabling all listed features at once; though restoring original settings with regard to functionality could restore previous situation (ie enabling desired functions back).
This application allows for the disabling of various elements such as:
- Support of scripts within the system
- AutoPlay feature and ability to use console.
- loading JavaScript scripts into Adobe Reader;
- Running files embedded within PDF documents
- Support of macros in MS Office
- Support of ActiveX controls in MS Office
- Support for OLE objects within Microsoft Office.
Attention!
Please be aware that this program doesn’t need to be installed.
System Information
- Manufacturer : Security Without Borders
- License : GNU GPL (free)
- Operating system : Windows 7/8/10