IT & security
The most hated it & security tools, ranked
Among 4 it & security tools, the most hated are Windows Update (74%), Cisco AnyConnect (57%), Citrix (56%). Hate score is the share of head-to-head votes where people chose to delete the tool.
Last updated October 5, 2026 · live data from 36,288 total votes
| # | Tool | Hate score | Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windows Update | 74% | 742 |
| 2 | Cisco AnyConnect | 57% | 649 |
| 3 | Citrix | 56% | 603 |
| 4 | Okta | 35% | 612 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the most hated it & security tool?
Windows Update is the most hated it & security tool on MostHatedTools, with a 74% hate score across 742 votes, ahead of Cisco AnyConnect (57%).
What does hate score mean?
The percentage of head-to-head matchups a tool appeared in where voters chose to delete it. It is crowd-sourced sentiment, not a measure of quality.