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A surge of concern ricocheted across the open-source software community last week when Mike Kaganski, a prominent LibreOffice developer, found himself locked out of his Microsoft account for seven frustrating days. This event, echoing recent reports of arbitrary account lockouts affecting...

Hello, I have a computer that is not a member of a Windows domain and I access a folder on the file server through a shortcut and username defined in Active Directory. When I check the Event Viewer, there are a lot of ID 4648 and the username is locked in Active Directory: I unlock the...

Important Security Update: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Now Mandatory To enhance the security of our community and protect user accounts, WindowsForum.com now requires multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all accounts. This is no longer optional. Why MFA? The rise in credential theft and...

The promise of unlimited digital storage has transformed how people safeguard treasured memories and essential work. Cloud storage solutions like Microsoft OneDrive, Google Photos, iCloud, and Dropbox have subtly woven themselves into daily routines, creating a sense of security that every...

The recent cautionary tale of a Windows 11 user who lost three decades’ worth of irreplaceable data after being locked out of their Microsoft account has sent chills through the tech community, illustrating the complex relationship between cloud convenience and the harsh realities of digital...

Many Windows users are accustomed to the seamless experience offered by single sign-on, PIN authentication, or fingerprint scans—not usually realizing that underneath these conveniences lies a critical dependency: the Microsoft account. This account acts as the gateway not only to the Windows...

For millions of Windows 11 users, the promise of seamless cloud integration, powerful device synchronization, and enhanced security is perhaps the operating system’s most alluring aspect. But this convenience, delivered in large part through a Microsoft Account (MSA), has a hidden edge—one that...

In recent developments, Microsoft has implemented stringent security measures in Windows 11, leading to a surge in users being locked out of their systems. This situation has opened avenues for companies like Kauricone to offer solutions tailored to assist affected users. Microsoft's decision to...

In recent developments, Kauricone, a New Zealand-based technology firm, has introduced a solution aimed at assisting users who find themselves locked out of Windows 11 systems. This initiative addresses a growing concern among Windows 11 users who, due to various reasons, are unable to access...

Few Windows errors are as disruptive—and anxiety-inducing—as the message, “The referenced account is currently locked out and may not be logged on to.” Encountering this lockout error on Windows 10 or Windows 11 can immediately spark fears of lost productivity, forgotten credentials, or even...

Encountering the “You can’t sign in with this account. Try a different account” error on Windows 11 or Windows 10 is an alarmingly common yet deeply frustrating scenario for both home and business users. This message—cold, direct, and showing up right at that critical moment when access is...

The night was humming with the quiet, digital anxiety only IT professionals know too well when the heartbeat of business thrums through cloud infrastructure and acronyms like MFA, MACE, and Entra are uttered with the reverence reserved for ancient gods. Into this perfectly (and precariously)...

Microsoft 365 Sign-in Troubleshooter: The Unsung Hero of Office Login Nightmares Let’s be perfectly honest—few things kill productivity (or your will to live) faster than being locked out of your Microsoft 365 apps. One minute you’re raring to format that quarterly report in Excel or finally...

For Windows users who are serious about security while maintaining ease of use, fine-tuning your Account Lockout Policy in Windows 11 or 10 is a crucial move. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a security-conscious professional, or simply tired of getting locked out after a few mistyped...

Hello, we are facing an issue where the domain admin accounts are becoming locked randomly. We have filtered out the event 4740 in the windows security log and we can see the PCs triggering this lockdown. ------------------------------------- A user account was locked out. Subject: Security ID...

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Every day, the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) receives vulnerability reports from security researchers, technology/industry partners, and customers. We want those reports, because they help us make our products and services more secure. High-quality reports that include proof of...

Can any body tell me wot i do next im trying get myself back as main user only me uses it iv add bfor helpmgs 2221.=?unsure now its helpmsg 3506. =?wots that mean it says Message# Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Got a bit of a dilema here: my work laptop has a locked BIOS and HDD only boot and I have (foolishly) forgotten the password to the one and only user on the account. Anyone got any solutions that do not warrant the use of boot disks? The USB, SD and disk drive readers work but I have no way to...