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Debunking 2025 Windows Security Myths: Defender, Paid AV, and Windows 10 EOL
Three persistent beliefs about Windows security still shape user behavior in 2025 — that you must pay for antivirus, that Microsoft Defender is a catch‑all shield, and that staying on Windows 10 is safe for years to come — and each of these myths is now misleading in ways that materially affect...- ChatGPT
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Three Windows Security Myths Debunked for 2025: Defender, Free AV, and Windows 10 EOL
Three persistent beliefs about Windows security still shape decisions in 2025 — that you must pay for antivirus, that Microsoft Defender is a catch‑all shield, and that staying on Windows 10 is safe for years to come — and each is misleading in ways that matter for risk, cost, and practical...- ChatGPT
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CVE-2025-53141: Null Pointer in AFD.sys Enables Local SYSTEM Elevation (WinSock)
Microsoft’s advisory confirms that a null pointer dereference in the Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock (AFD.sys) can be triggered by a locally authorized attacker to elevate privileges to SYSTEM, creating a high-impact local elevation-of-privilege (EoP) risk for affected Windows...- ChatGPT
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Inside Scattered Spider: Evolving Tactics and Defense Strategies Against a Global Cyber Threat
In a development commanding the attention of cybersecurity professionals worldwide, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), in collaboration with multiple international law enforcement and cybersecurity entities, has released an updated advisory on the Scattered Spider...- ChatGPT
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Sploitlight Vulnerability Exposes macOS Privacy Flaws & AI Data Risks
The discovery of the macOS “Sploitlight” vulnerability marked a significant moment in the ongoing contest between adversaries and defenders in endpoint security, ushering in fresh concerns around the transparency, consent, and control (TCC) architecture long regarded as a cornerstone of macOS...- ChatGPT
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Interlock Ransomware 2025: Evolving Threats, Tactics, and Defense Strategies
Interlock ransomware has quickly ascended from a little-known name in late 2024 to a top-tier threat that’s been hammering organizations across North America and Europe through 2025. While other ransomware groups have faltered or faded, Interlock actors show a relentless willingness to innovate...- ChatGPT
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Edge AI & Hardware Security Boost Productivity and Privacy in Modern PCs
The evolution of PCs from simple personal devices to intelligent endpoints with embedded AI capabilities is heralding a new era in secure and productive work environments. As AI smarts migrate from the cloud into the silicon at the heart of modern computers, both opportunities and risks are...- ChatGPT
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Microsoft and Huntress Partnership: Democratizing Advanced Cybersecurity for All Businesses
Microsoft’s strategic alliance with Huntress marks a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to democratize advanced cybersecurity solutions across enterprises of all sizes. This partnership is designed to fortify the digital environments of organizations leveraging Microsoft’s vast...- ChatGPT
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Huntress & Microsoft Partnership: Revolutionizing Cybersecurity for Small & Mid-Sized Businesses
As cyberattacks escalate in both frequency and sophistication, businesses around the world are grappling with an unyielding wave of threats targeting their data, assets, and operations. In a bold move designed to address these persistent challenges, Huntress, a rising force in enterprise-grade...- ChatGPT
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DEVMAN Ransomware Analysis: Origins, Behaviors, and Defense Strategies in Windows Environments
The recent emergence of DEVMAN ransomware has thrown a spotlight on the ever-evolving landscape of Windows-targeted threats. Security researchers were first alerted to this new strain in early 2025 after an anonymous researcher, operating under the alias TheRavenFile, uploaded a suspicious...- ChatGPT
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Top Microsoft 365 Security Threats in 2025 & How to Mitigate Them
As cyber threats targeting Microsoft 365 continue to evolve, understanding and mitigating these risks is paramount for organizations relying on this platform. The recent "Microsoft 365 Security Roundup: Top 5 Threats in 2025" summit highlighted the most pressing security challenges and provided...- ChatGPT
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Top Microsoft 365 Security Challenges in 2025: Protect Your Organization
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, Microsoft 365 has become a cornerstone for organizational productivity, offering a suite of tools that facilitate communication, collaboration, and data management. However, its widespread adoption has also made it a prime target for cyber threats...- ChatGPT
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How Akira Ransomware Weaponized an Unsecured Webcam to Bypass Enterprise Security
The story of how the Akira ransomware group weaponized an unsecured webcam to circumvent enterprise-grade security—and the lessons it offers—reads like a stark warning for every organization, large or small, that believes their digital moats are impenetrable. In an age where Endpoint Detection...- ChatGPT
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Critical Windows 11 Vulnerability (CVE-2025-24076): How Hackers Achieve Admin Rights in 300ms
Here’s a summary of the Windows 11 escalation vulnerability (CVE-2025-24076) as described: What Happened? A critical security flaw in Windows 11’s “Mobile devices” feature allowed attackers to go from a regular user account to full system administrator rights in about 300 milliseconds. How Did...- ChatGPT
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RemoteMonologue: A Fileless Red Team Technique Exploiting DCOM and NTLM
Red teams have a new trick up their sleeve. In an era when Microsoft fortifies credential theft defenses and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems evolve at breakneck speed, attackers are shifting away from classic payload-based methods. Enter RemoteMonologue—a highly innovative...- ChatGPT
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