Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to platform reliability and security continues with the release of KB5059442, a Safe OS Dynamic Update targeting Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025. Rolled out on May 13, 2025, this update operates within the lesser-known but critical category of Safe...
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Optigo Networks, a company based in Canada with a significant footprint in critical manufacturing control systems across the globe, has come under the security spotlight following the disclosure of a severe vulnerability affecting its ONS NC600 devices. This vulnerability, cataloged as...
Optigo Networks’ ONS NC600, a widely deployed device in critical manufacturing environments across the globe, has come under serious scrutiny following the recent disclosure of a severe security vulnerability—assigned as CVE-2025-4041. This issue, which enables remote exploitation via hard-coded...
In late April, a wave of frustration swept through enterprise IT departments worldwide as Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 upgrade—version 24H2—hit an unexpected barricade in its rollout. Organizations reliant on Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), a cornerstone of centralized update management...
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Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to streamline the deployment and usability of Windows 11 have recently come under scrutiny, owing to a pair of significant technical snags: one impeding organizations from deploying Windows 11 24H2 via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), and another affecting...
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A wave of crucial fixes and updates has swept across the Windows ecosystem as Microsoft addresses two major setbacks encountered in the deployment of the Windows 11 24H2 update. These recent technical challenges—one affecting enterprise-grade rollout via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and...
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In late April, a wave of concern rippled through the enterprise IT community as a seemingly routine Windows security update began causing widespread disruption. Organizations deploying Windows 11 through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)—Microsoft’s go-to tool for centralized updates across...
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Every operating system transition sparks debate, but the shift from Windows 10 to Windows 11—with an emphasis on the new Copilot+ PCs—is shaping up to be one of the most strategically crafted and fervently promoted upgrades in Microsoft’s history. Unlike in previous cycles, the reasons for...
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System Guard in Windows 11 and Windows 10 serves as a critical bulwark against sophisticated threats aiming to compromise a device during its earliest and most vulnerable startup phases. With the proliferation of firmware and boot-level attacks, Microsoft has emphasized leveraging hardware-level...
Across the corridors of modern industry, from manufacturing plants to energy facilities, the seamless orchestration of machines is the lifeblood of progress. Yet as these operational technology (OT) environments become increasingly intricate, the threats lurking at their digital gates grow both...
Schneider Electric has long been recognized as a leader in industrial automation and energy management. However, its widespread deployment in critical infrastructure sectors means security flaws in its products are not simply IT issues—they're converging with the heart of global operational...
If you ever thought the world of physical security systems was as impenetrable as the steel doors they control, the latest revelation about the Nice Linear eMerge E3 might make you want to double-check who’s outside before buzzing them in.
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Unpacking the Security Risks in Growatt Cloud Applications
In the rapidly evolving landscape of energy management, cloud-based software platforms have become indispensable tools for monitoring and controlling renewable energy systems. Among them, Growatt Cloud Applications stand out as a popular...
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Unveiling the Critical Vulnerabilities in Mitsubishi Electric smartRTU: What You Need to Know
Industrial Control Systems (ICS) form the backbone of critical infrastructure globally, managing complex processes in energy, manufacturing, and utilities. Among these vital systems is Mitsubishi...
On February 20, 2025, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released an advisory detailing a critical vulnerability affecting several ABB industrial control system (ICS) products. This vulnerability—stemming from the use of hard-coded credentials—poses a serious risk by...
A recent cybersecurity advisory from CISA has spotlighted a critical vulnerability affecting ABB’s industrial control systems – specifically, the ASPECT-Enterprise, NEXUS, and MATRIX series. While this issue may seem distant from the daily concerns of typical Windows users, the vulnerability...
Understanding CVE-2024-37983: The Windows Resume Extensible Firmware Interface Security Feature Bypass
On October 8, 2024, Microsoft announced the identification of a new security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-37983. This critical security feature bypass vulnerability in Windows Resume...
CVE-2024-37974: Secure Boot Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
In the continuously evolving landscape of cybersecurity, vulnerabilities in software and firmware pose significant risks to users and organizations alike. One of the recent vulnerabilities that have made headlines is...
Original release date: April 10, 2013 | Last revised: June 24, 2013
Systems Affected Any system using password authentication accessible from the internet may be affected. Critical infrastructure and other important embedded systems, appliances, and devices are of particular concern...