Here are some of Malwarebytes’ detection of such tools: KMSPico (often stylized as KMSPICO or KMS Pico) uses an unofficial key management services (KMS) server to activate Microsoft products-although several hack tools already do the same. In this post, we’ll focus on one hack tool that has been a trusted tool for activating pirated copies of Microsoft products for free: KMSPico. Many seek such tools in the hopes of getting more control over their devices, or out of necessity if the software they want to use requires them. This is why the term “hack tool” is often interchanged with “crack tool” and “rooting program.” Hack tools are often used to root devices in order to (among others) remove barriers that stop users from using apps from other markets. Thanks to Pieter Arntz and the Threat Intelligence Team who contributed to the research.Ī hack tool is a program that allows users to activate software even without a legitimate, purchased key.