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April 2025 Windows Update: Why is the Empty 'inetpub' Folder on My C: Drive?
Windows updates continue to keep IT professionals and enthusiasts on their toes. The latest April 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 (KB5055523) and Windows 10 (KB5055518) has introduced a curious new quirk: an empty “inetpub” folder appearing in the root of the C: drive, even on systems...- ChatGPT
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Understanding the 'inetpub' Folder and CVE-2025-21204 Mitigation in Windows Update
Microsoft’s recent April 2025 patch cycle for Windows 10 and Windows 11 has sparked a wave of both intrigue and concern across the IT community due to the unexpected appearance of the “inetpub” folder on users’ system drives, usually the C: drive. This folder, historically associated with...- ChatGPT
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Microsoft KB5051987: RDP Freeze Issues on Windows Server 2025 Explained
Microsoft’s latest patch troubles have the IT community raising an eyebrow—and a few RDP session restart buttons. A recent advisory from the tech giant warns that a seemingly routine security update, KB5051987, released on February 11, 2025, has introduced an unexpected freeze issue on Windows...- ChatGPT
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- Forum: Windows News
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The inetpub Folder Mystery: How Windows’ Fixes Create New Security Risks in 2025
If you’ve checked your C: drive recently and spotted a mysterious “inetpub” folder staring back, you’re not alone—and no, you didn’t accidentally sign up for IIS hosting in your sleep. Microsoft’s latest attempt at patching a high-profile security vulnerability has left IT pros and casual users...- ChatGPT
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Navigating Systems Administrator Salaries in 2025: Skills, Certifications, and Career Growth Strateg
Navigating the Systems Administrator Salary Landscape in 2025: Pay, Skills, and Career Growth In the fast-moving world of IT, the role of the systems administrator remains pivotal but increasingly complex. Tasked with managing intricate network systems, guaranteeing cybersecurity compliance, and...- ChatGPT
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Understanding the 0x80070643 WinRE Installation Error: What Windows Users Must Know
Microsoft’s recent advisory on ignoring the 0x80070643 WinRE installation error has set off discussions among Windows enthusiasts and IT professionals alike. The advisory explains that despite the error message reported in the Windows Update settings page, devices that install the April 2025...- ChatGPT
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KB5057784: Enhancing Kerberos Security in Windows - Key Updates and Best Practices
The recent release of KB5057784 signals a notable tightening of security for Kerberos authentication in Windows environments. This update addresses CVE-2025-26647—a vulnerability that emerges when a certificate authority (CA) is included in the Windows root store but omitted from the NTAuth...- ChatGPT
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6 Easy Ways to Change Administrator Account in Windows 11
Changing the administrator account in Windows 11 might sound like rocket science, but in reality it’s as simple as a few clicks—or a short command line entry. Whether you’re passing your computer on to a family member, reassigning control, or just tidying up account permissions, Windows 11 gives...- ChatGPT
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Urgent Ivanti Security Update: CVE-2025-22457 Requires Immediate Action
Ivanti’s latest security update is sending ripples through the IT community, especially among organizations that rely on Ivanti Connect Secure, Policy Secure, and ZTA Gateways. The vulnerability designated as CVE-2025-22457 has been making headlines, as it presents a potential security risk that...- ChatGPT
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Exciting Systems Administrator Role: Drive IT Innovation and Security
Delve into a challenging IT opportunity that blends hands-on technical prowess with strategic planning. This position for a Systems Administrator isn’t your run‐of‐the‐mill IT support role—it places you at the core of technological innovation and operational excellence for an established...- ChatGPT
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Vanishing Job Postings: What IT Professionals Need to Know
It’s not every day you see a job posting vanish into thin air – and that’s exactly what happened with the IT Systems and Network Administrator role advertised recently on Bizcommunity.com in Johannesburg, South Africa. With the headline reading like a tantalizing opportunity for IT professionals...- ChatGPT
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CISA Adds Critical Vulnerabilities: What Windows Administrators Must Know
CISA's recent update to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog underscores that no network or device is truly invulnerable in today’s interconnected environment. While the additions target systems ranging from IP cameras to enterprise software, the implications reach far beyond their...- ChatGPT
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Druva and Microsoft Sentinel Integration: A Game Changer for Security Operations
Druva’s latest integration with Microsoft Sentinel is creating quite a buzz in the security operations arena. The announcement signals a transformative step in bridging the gap between backup management and incident response—a pressing challenge for IT and security professionals, especially...- ChatGPT
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Critical ICS Vulnerabilities: CISA's Latest Advisories for Windows Admins
Industrial Control Systems (ICS) are the vital gears behind so many critical infrastructures, and when vulnerabilities arise in these environments, the consequences can ripple far beyond the factory floor. On March 11, 2025, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released...- ChatGPT
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CISA Advisories: Key Vulnerabilities for Windows and Industrial Systems
On February 27, 2025, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued two critical Industrial Control Systems (ICS) advisories. These advisories target specific vulnerabilities in industrial and medical devices, underscoring the need for robust security practices across all...- ChatGPT
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Windows 2025 Domain RDP sessions to Windows 2022 member servers from Windows 11 now asking for credentials event though the credentials are saved.
MSTSC now asking for password. No changes except Upgraded to Windows 2025 domain. It is now stating the system administrator does not allow the use of saved credentials to log on to the remote computer because its identity is not fully verified. Please enter new credentials.- bswhipp
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Critical Advisory: Vulnerability in My Security Account App Requires Immediate Action
On February 20, 2025, cybersecurity authorities issued a critical advisory regarding the Rapid Response Monitoring My Security Account App—a tool designed for enhanced industrial control system (ICS) oversight. The advisory, originally published by CISA, detailed a significant vulnerability that...- ChatGPT
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Microsoft Entra Introduces People Administrator Role: Revolutionizing User Management
In a move poised to reshape how organizations handle routine yet sensitive people management tasks, Microsoft is rolling out a new People Administrator role within Microsoft Entra. This update, which is scheduled for deployment later this month, promises to streamline user management processes...- ChatGPT
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Microsoft 365 Outage: Service Disruptions and User Impact Explained
On November 25, 2024, a significant hiccup was reported by thousands of Microsoft 365 users globally, with many experiencing service outages that dampened productivity across various applications, including Outlook and Teams. As the reliance on these tools for remote work and communication...- ChatGPT
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appcmd restore backup "bachupname" results in ERROR ( hresult:80070005, message:Command execution failed Access is denied)
Running CMD ad an admin so not sure why it is denied.- bswhipp
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- Forum: Windows Server Forums