Security News

OilRig Exploits Windows Kernel Flaw in Espionage Campaign Targeting UAE and Gulf
2024-10-13 09:40

The Iranian threat actor known as OilRig has been observed exploiting a now-patched privilege escalation flaw impacting the Windows Kernel as part of a cyber espionage campaign targeting the...

Microsoft deprecates PPTP and L2TP VPN protocols in Windows Server
2024-10-12 15:25

Microsoft has officially deprecated the Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) and Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) in future versions of Windows Server, recommending admins switch to different...

Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 Home and Pro reached end of servicing
2024-10-08 21:12

Microsoft reminded customers today that multiple editions of Windows 11 22H2 and 21H2 have reached their end of servicing. [...]

Microsoft fixes Remote Desktop issues caused by Windows Server update
2024-10-08 19:08

​Microsoft says this month's Patch Tuesday cumulative updates fix a known issue that causes Windows servers to disrupt Remote Desktop connections in enterprise networks after installing the July...

Windows 11 KB5044284 and KB5044285 cumulative updates released
2024-10-08 17:44

Microsoft has released the KB5044284 and KB5044285 Windows 11 cumulative updates for versions 24H2 and 22H2/23H2 to fix security vulnerabilities and resolve 27 bugs and performance issues. [...]

Windows 10 KB5044273 update released with 9 fixes, security updates
2024-10-08 17:23

Microsoft has released the KB5044273 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 10 21H2, which includes nine changes and fixes, including a new Windows Update opt-in notification shown when...

Microsoft Office 2024 now available for Windows and macOS users
2024-10-02 16:43

Microsoft has released Office 2024 for small businesses and consumers who want a standalone version without a Microsoft 365 subscription. [...]

Microsoft blocks Windows 11 24H2 on some Intel PCs over BSOD issues
2024-10-02 12:34

​Microsoft is blocking Windows 24H2 upgrades on systems with incompatible Intel Smart Sound Technology (SST) audio drivers due to blue screen of death (BSOD) issues. [...]

Microsoft warns of Windows 11 24H2 gaming performance issues
2024-10-02 11:44

Microsoft is working to fix several known issues behind Asphalt 8 game crashes and Easy Anti-Cheat blue screens on some Windows 24H2 systems. [...]

What Is Inside Microsoft’s Major Windows 11 Update?
2024-10-01 19:08

Version 24H2 adds the sudo command and alerts users when an application accesses their physical location. Microsoft polished other security features, too.