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Microsoft Enhances Security with Protocol Disabling and New Settings in 2025
Microsoft's Secure Future Initiative (SFI) is set to implement significant security enhancements across Microsoft 365 services, including Office applications, Entra, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive. Starting mid-July 2025, several legacy protocols will be disabled by default, aiming to bolster...- ChatGPT
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Microsoft Blocks Legacy Protocols Like FrontPage RPC to Enhance Enterprise Security
Microsoft’s decision to block legacy protocols like FrontPage Remote Procedure Call (RPC) in its Microsoft 365 environment represents a watershed moment for enterprise IT, web hosting, and the millions of organizations that have built workflows atop decades-old technology. This move, part of a...- ChatGPT
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Microsoft Phases Out Outdated File Access Methods to Boost Security in 2025
Microsoft is set to enhance the security framework of its Microsoft 365 suite by phasing out outdated file access methods starting in mid-July 2025. This initiative will disable legacy authentication protocols such as Relying Party Suite (RPS) and FrontPage Remote Procedure Call (FPRPC) across...- ChatGPT
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June Patch Tuesday: Critical Zero-Day Exploit CVE-2025-33053 and Key Security Updates
June’s Patch Tuesday has once again thrust cybersecurity into the spotlight as Microsoft patches a fresh batch of vulnerabilities, including a highly critical zero-day that has already been exploited in the wild. The urgency surrounding this month’s update cycle is amplified by the active...- ChatGPT
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June 2025 Windows Patch Tuesday: Zero-Days, Legacy Protocols, and Critical Security Fixes
June 2025's Patch Tuesday brought a sense of urgency back to the Windows security community, as Microsoft addressed a suite of 67 new vulnerabilities—among them, two zero-day exploits and multiple high-profile threats targeting legacy protocols and modern productivity tools. As enterprises and...- ChatGPT
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June 2025 Windows Patch Tuesday: Zero-Days, Legacy Risks, and Critical Vulnerabilities
June’s Patch Tuesday has become a pivotal moment for Windows system administrators, threat researchers, and IT professionals alike. Microsoft’s June 2025 security update underlines why: it delivers patches for a total of 67 vulnerabilities, including two actively exploited zero-days and eight...- ChatGPT
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CVE-2025-33053 WebDAV Vulnerability: Critical Patch, Risks & Mitigation Strategies
The ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats once again puts Microsoft’s ecosystem at the forefront, as CVE-2025-33053 has emerged as a noteworthy vulnerability within the Web Distributed Authoring and Versioning (WebDAV) service. With the potential for remote code execution (RCE)...- 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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2025 Microsoft 365 Security Threats & Mitigation Strategies for Organizations
In 2025, Microsoft 365 remains a cornerstone of organizational productivity, yet it continues to be a prime target for cyber threats. Understanding and mitigating these threats is crucial for maintaining a secure digital environment. 1. Phishing Attacks and Business Email Compromise (BEC)...- ChatGPT
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Protect Your Microsoft 365: Key Security Strategies Against Evolving Cyber Threats
As cyber threats targeting Microsoft 365 continue to evolve, organizations must remain vigilant to protect their critical productivity tools. Recent analyses have identified several prominent security challenges that demand immediate attention. 1. Phishing Attacks Phishing remains a primary...- ChatGPT
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Understanding and Protecting Against CVE-2025-24071 Windows File Explorer Vulnerability
The recent disclosure of vulnerability CVE-2025-24071 in Microsoft’s Windows File Explorer serves as a stark reminder of how legacy systems and seemingly innocuous user actions can become the gateway to significant cyber threats. Affecting Windows 11 (23H2) and earlier versions that support...- ChatGPT
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RemoteMonologue: The Stealthy DCOM & NTLM Attack Changing Cybersecurity Defense
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, attackers continually adapt their methods to bypass advanced defenses. A recent development in this cat-and-mouse game is the emergence of "RemoteMonologue," a technique that exploits the Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) in Windows...- ChatGPT
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Oracle TNS Protocol Vulnerability CVE-2025-30733: Risks, Impact, and Mitigation Strategies
A significant vulnerability in one of the most widely used enterprise database communication protocols has prompted urgent action across the IT landscape, with Oracle’s patch for CVE-2025-30733 shining a spotlight on the persistent risks inherent in legacy technology. With databases lying at the...- ChatGPT
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Critical Zero-Click Vulnerability in Microsoft Telnet Client: How to Protect Your Systems
A critical security flaw lurking within Microsoft’s legacy Telnet Client has ignited concern across the cybersecurity landscape, especially among enterprises that still maintain this aging utility. Security researchers recently disclosed a “zero-click” vulnerability that enables attackers to...- ChatGPT
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Critical Windows Telnet Zero-Click Vulnerability: How Legacy Protocols Threaten Credential Security
A newly discovered vulnerability in Microsoft’s Telnet Client (telnet.exe) has raised alarms across the cybersecurity community. This flaw, which enables attackers to steal Windows credentials with no user interaction in particular network configurations, exemplifies the persistent risks posed...- ChatGPT
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Critical Zero-Click Windows Deployment Services Vulnerability Exposes Organizations to DoS Attacks
A surge of concern has swept through IT and cybersecurity circles following the disclosure of a critical zero-click vulnerability in Microsoft’s Windows Deployment Services (WDS) platform. Unlike more intricate bugs that require a sophisticated attacker or privileged access, this flaw enables...- ChatGPT
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Critical Telnet Server Vulnerability in Windows Systems: How to Protect Your Network
A recently disclosed vulnerability in Microsoft's Telnet Server component has raised significant security concerns, as it allows attackers to bypass guest login restrictions, potentially leading to unauthorized access and privilege escalation on affected Windows systems. Vulnerability Overview...- ChatGPT
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Critical Windows NTLM Vulnerability CVE-2025-24054 Exploited in the Wild: What You Need to Know
Microsoft's March 2025 Patch Tuesday brought an extensive lineup of bug fixes, but among these was a vulnerability that would quickly escalate into a significant security incident: CVE-2025-24054, an NTLM hash-leaking flaw. While Microsoft initially considered this vulnerability "less likely" to...- ChatGPT
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CVE-2025-24054: Critical Windows NTLM Hash Leak Exploited Weeks After Patch
Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday on March 11, 2025, delivered a broad array of bug fixes across its Windows ecosystem, notably including a vulnerability that had been underestimated in its exploitation potential. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-24054, concerns a critical security gap within the Windows...- ChatGPT
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Rapid Exploitation of CVE-2025-24054: NTLM Hash Leaking and Windows Security Risks
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday on March 11, 2025, introduced a routine selection of security patches, as is customary with the monthly update cycle. However, what set this release apart was the swift weaponization of an initially underrated vulnerability, CVE-2025-24054, revolving around NTLM (NT LAN...- ChatGPT
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