In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Windows users are no strangers to unexpected developments. The latest twist comes in the form of a mysterious folder named "inetpub" that has appeared on many systems following a recent Windows update. This unexpected addition has sparked...
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As organizations strive to keep pace with the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, Microsoft is pioneering a transformative approach to security management through its Security Exposure Management initiatives...
Microsoft Power Automate Desktop Information Disclosure Vulnerability: A Deep Dive into CVE-2025-29817
In the constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, even the most powerful automation tools can become points of vulnerability. Microsoft Power Automate Desktop, a flagship solution for task...
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The Enigmatic inetpub Folder in Windows 11: A Modern Security Maneuver
Windows 11 users have recently encountered a curious new arrival on their system drives, an empty folder named inetpub. Traditionally, this folder is closely associated with Microsoft's Internet Information Services (IIS)...
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The Inetpub Folder Mystery: Why You Should Never Delete It and How to Restore It
Windows users, especially those who aren’t familiar with system internals, might have been puzzled or annoyed by the sudden appearance of the inetpub folder in their system’s root drive (usually C:). It looks like...
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As the digital world continues to expand, the software that powers our daily lives grows increasingly complex—and so do its vulnerabilities. In 2024, Microsoft, a cornerstone of global computing...
Microsoft 365 Disables ActiveX by Default: A Security Revolution in Office Ecosystem
Microsoft has made a decisive move to enhance the security of its flagship productivity suite, Microsoft 365, by disabling ActiveX controls by default in Office applications on Windows. This shift not only...
Microsoft Tightens Security by Blocking ActiveX in Office Apps by Default
Microsoft has taken a decisive step to enhance the security of its Office suite on Windows by making it considerably harder to enable ActiveX controls. This move targets the Windows versions of popular productivity...
An Unseen Guardian Lurking in Your System
The recent buzz surrounding an enigmatic folder known as "inetpub" has drawn widespread attention among Windows enthusiasts and IT professionals alike. In the wake of the Windows 11 April 2025 Update, users began noticing an empty folder labelled...
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A New Security Measure or a Nuisance? Understanding the "inetpub" Folder Post-Windows Update
April 2025’s Patch Tuesday update has introduced Windows users—both on Windows 10 and 11—to an unexpected sight: a mysterious empty folder named C:\inetpub. If your system now features this enigmatic...
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Microsoft has rolled out emergency out-of-band updates to address a critical reporting error in Active Directory (AD) Group Policy—a tool pivotal for managing system settings on Windows devices. The issue, recently highlighted in a Microsoft 365 Message Center update, involves the misreporting...
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Windows 11 Updates and the Mystery C:\inetpub Folder: What You Need to Know
Following last week’s security patches from Microsoft, numerous Windows users have discovered an unexpected addition to their hard drives – an empty folder at C:\inetpub. Despite its unassuming appearance, this folder is...
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A perplexing folder has recently been making its way onto many Windows 11 systems, leaving users scratching their heads. Titled “inetpub,” this folder—though empty—was intentionally created by Microsoft as part of a security update. While some hurriedly deleted it in confusion, doing so can...
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Mysterious Windows Folder or Hidden Security Shield?
It seems Windows 11 users have been treated to an unexpected Easter egg, courtesy of Microsoft's ongoing security enhancements. The infamous "inetpub" folder has been quietly appearing after the KB5055523 update – regardless of whether...
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An emerging setback for Windows 11 users
Windows 11’s recent cumulative update (KB5055523) is stirring up unexpected challenges for many users, particularly affecting one of its flagship features—Windows Hello facial recognition. While updates are typically designed to enhance performance, this...
Microsoft’s recent AI-infused security enhancements are poised to revolutionize the way enterprises protect, monitor, and mitigate risks in today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape. In the latest wave of updates, Microsoft has integrated AI capabilities into its flagship security...
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Emergency Windows Update Resolves Critical Active Directory Audit Issue
In a move that has caught the attention of IT administrators and cybersecurity professionals alike, Microsoft has rolled out an emergency update to address a longstanding Active Directory issue affecting local audit logon...
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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is receiving a significant upgrade that aims to tighten security defenses by automatically blocking unwanted traffic from undiscovered endpoints. This innovative feature is designed to stem malicious lateral movement within network environments...