White Paper: The Hidden Risks of Unauthorized Software Licensing Executive Summary
Many organizations are lured by deep discounts on "original" product keys for Windows 10/11 Pro and Office 365. While these offers appear legitimate, they often involve that compromise cybersecurity, legal compliance, and operational stability. 1. The Anatomy of the Scam
Many "original" keys are actually educational or volume licenses sold illegally to individuals.
Emails with these subjects frequently contain links to "spoof" sites designed to harvest corporate login credentials. 2. Primary Cybersecurity Threats