Can xbox one get a virus

He came here for help and the XDF bombarded the poor guy. Pretty sure he sold his Xbone or something. RebelGameMaster posted OrgeLambart Topic Creator 7 years ago 4. Pulp 7 years ago 5. Theoretically, yes. There isn't much point to target a console though. Tweekster13 7 years ago 6.

What happened was the guy got a virus, everyone rushed in to say he was lying, and a troll, then he posted proof. Long story short, you can, but it seems to be rare. OrgeLambart Topic Creator 7 years ago 7. Pulp posted That's kind of what I figured since a virus needs to work off the operating system. I didn't think Xbone was using windows. OrgeLambart Topic Creator 7 years ago 8. I guess if you can, the real question should be, is it covered under the return policy if you get a virus for looking at unsavory websites?

Tweekster13 7 years ago 9. OrgeLambart posted Iirc, xbox did warranty the console for him, yes. Fade2black 7 years ago S it's a locked down O. It can not run code that has not been digitally signed by Microsoft. Basically viewing the web on your Xbox One is more safer than doing so on your PC. But be warned, while it is safer, it's still possible to be exposed to scams and links to websites that are designed to steal your personal information.

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