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Improper authentication in Microsoft Dataverse has come under renewed scrutiny with the newly identified CVE-2025-24053 vulnerability. In this case, an authorized user – someone who otherwise has legitimate access – could manipulate authentication flaws to gain elevated privileges over a...

March’s Patch Tuesday has arrived with a mix of reassuring updates and a concerning twist for Windows users. Microsoft rolled out 57 fixes this month, but the real eyebrow-raiser is the presence of seven zero-day vulnerabilities—even as the update cadence for platforms like Microsoft Office...

CISA has recently escalated its cybersecurity game by adding two actively exploited vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog. Although these issues affect Apple and Juniper systems rather than Windows directly, the broader lessons and proactive defense measures are vital...

Upgrading to Windows 11 comes with plenty of fanfare—and with a fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to print devices. While the new operating system offers a refined user experience and enhanced security features designed for today’s hybrid work environments, experts advise...

Microsoft’s suite of services recently experienced a global interruption that left users scrambling for answers. Reports began emerging around 2:30 pm Central Time on Saturday, with many users expressing frustration as they encountered issues accessing Microsoft accounts, notably Outlook, along...

In a developing story that has caught the attention of Windows users and IT professionals alike, thousands of reports are flooding in regarding an Outlook outage. According to a recent FOX 5 New York report, over 26,000 outage alerts have been recorded, affecting not only Outlook but several...

The world of enterprise authentication is full of complexities, and one such challenge lies in configuring Kerberos realm-to-host mappings. Microsoft’s recent support article on the subject—published on February 20, 2025—sheds light on some string-length limitations that can impact...

In the ever-evolving landscape of AI and digital transformation, staying ahead means not only understanding groundbreaking technologies like Microsoft Copilot but also mastering the intricacies of data protection and governance. The latest installment of the AI Agent & Copilot Podcast, hosted by...

In the fast-evolving world of server management, timely updates are critical for maintaining system stability and security. The latest security patch for Windows Server 2022, KB5051979, promises to resolve several pressing issues while setting the stage for smoother operations. Today, we’re...

In an era where cybersecurity threats lurk at every digital corner, the announcement of vulnerabilities, such as the recently flagged CVE-2024-49015, seizes the attention of IT professionals and Windows users alike. The focus of this particular threat is the SQL Server Native Client, a vital...

Introduction Mark your calendars: October 8, 2024, just marked a moment of change for those keeping an eye on the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. A seemingly simple update has been issued concerning CVE-2021-1684, a vulnerability affecting Windows Bluetooth features, particularly its...

Windows Server's Major Security Upgrade: What You Need to Know The confirmation of this exciting news was made through a post on the official Windows blog, where Hari Pulapaka, the Director of Product for Windows Server, revealed that a new security feature is currently in preview. This has...