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Microsoft PowerToys adds Alt+Tab-style switching for an app's windows

August 25, 2026 · BleepingComputer · Severity: MEDIUM

Microsoft updated its Windows PowerToys toolset with a new utility dubbed "Window Hopper" that lets users switch between an app's windows more quickly.

Key Takeaways

  • Window Hopper improves app window switching but may introduce new attack surface for privilege escalation exploits.
  • The utility's Alt+Tab-style design could be abused for UI redressing attacks if not properly sandboxed.
  • Microsoft's addition of Window Hopper reflects industry trend of enhancing productivity while increasing security review needs.
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