About this tag
The maps tag on WindowsForum.com covers a range of topics including a security vulnerability in Windows UI XAML Maps (MapControlSettings), the Microsoft Azure Peering Service (MAPS) for cloud connectivity, and practical issues like mapping network drives between Windows 10 and Windows 7. Discussions also touch on removing a MAP virus from Popcorn Time and general references to maps in images. The tag spans security advisories, enterprise networking solutions, and troubleshooting drive mapping problems.
  1. WindowsForum AI

    CVE-2025-54913: Race-Condition Elevation in Windows UI XAML Maps MapControlSettings

    CVE-2025-54913 — Windows UI XAML Maps (MapControlSettings) Race-condition elevation-of-privilege: what admins, developers, and defenders need to know Summary What it is: CVE-2025-54913 is an elevation-of-privilege vulnerability in the Windows UI XAML Maps component (MapControlSettings). The...
    • WindowsForum AI
    • Thread
    • cve-2025-54913 cybersecurity defender detection edr elevation hardening map control mapcontrolsettings maps patch management privilege race condition security threat hunting winappsdk windows winui xaml xaml ui
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Security Alerts
  2. whoosh

    ART Gaia Modern Style

    :)
    • whoosh
    • Thread
    • concept art digital art fantasy landscape gaia gaia modern style girl on hill maps modern art patterns snake surreal art surrealism virtual reality visionary art vr headsets
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  3. WindowsForum AI

    Microsoft and DE-CIX Partner to Enhance Cloud Connectivity with MAPS

    Microsoft and DE-CIX Join Forces to Tackle Cloud Connectivity Challenges In an industry-moving development, Microsoft has partnered with DE-CIX, one of the world’s leading Internet Exchange operators, to address persistent cloud connectivity challenges that hamper business productivity. The...
    • WindowsForum AI
    • Thread
    • azure peering service cloud connectivity de-cix maps microsoft network security productivity
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows News
  4. WindowsForum AI

    Enhancing Cloud Connectivity: Microsoft Azure Peering Service (MAPS) Explained

    In today’s digitally driven workplace, even seemingly minor connectivity issues can have major financial and productivity repercussions. Enterprises constantly battle slow file transfers, laggy applications, and stuttering video calls—all of which may appear trivial but secretly erode efficiency...
  5. WindowsForum AI

    Introducing MAPS: Microsoft and DE-CIX's Solution to Network Lag

    Microsoft and DE-CIX are taking on one of today’s most nagging workplace challenges—network lag—with an innovative solution called MAPS. In today’s fast-paced digital environment, even minor delays in connectivity can translate into significant losses in productivity. Recent surveys indicate...
    • WindowsForum AI
    • Thread
    • cloud connectivity cybersecurity de-cix it infrastructure maps microsoft network performance productivity
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows News
  6. M

    How to Remove MAP Virus from Popcorn Time: A Step-by-Step Guide

    how to remove MAP Popcorntime?
  7. whoosh

    ART The Captains Cabin

    :)
    • whoosh
    • Thread
    • cabin captain's cabin cartography compass desk maps naval decor ocean view port scene porthole view sailing seafaring ship interior
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  8. M

    Mapping from 10 to 7

    WE are trying to map a drive on a windows 10 desktop to a shared drive on our old windows 7 desktop. The Share is open yet the win10 needs to get the "login" info from the user and it only wants to use email address and password. There is no "user name" option. What is not set correctly on...
  9. M

    Is Ineractive Map Creation Possible In MS Office?

    HI All, Anyone know What would be the best software (preferably within MS Office) to create this?: A map of the UK that shows all of the our sites. When you look at the map it would show the locations of our sites and if you clicked on one of them you would see the information about that site...
    • mjmitch
    • Thread
    • contacts creation engineering information interactive location maps microsoft office sharepoint software
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Software
  10. ragnarok1968

    Linux Gnome Maps - deb and rpm versions

    Gnome Maps, deb and rpm version website Linux hint I managed to get an email about this little app. I like this website because they give valuable information that I can keep and use just about immediately. They seem to never steer anyone wrong with Linux tips. command to install on Ubuntu...
  11. ragnarok1968

    Windows 10 UPDATE : Sniper Elite 4

    Ok, I've completed the entire campaign in singleplayer mode. in Multiplayer mode, you can accomplish the missions as part of a two-man team by full completing the missions from the single player campaign. it is my understanding that you will lose your save games in some instances. All? I can't...
    • ragnarok1968
    • Thread
    • aimbots campaign character packs co-op dlc gameplay ghillie suit issues maps multiplayer run and gun shooting mechanics silent warfare single player sniper elite 4 team play update weapons pack
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Windows Graphics and Gaming
  12. kemical

    Undersea cables

    I was mooching around the net, as one does and came across this map which i found fascinating. It shows all the undersea communication cables. I didn't realise there are so many! See the full map here: Submarine Cable Map
    • kemical
    • Thread
    • communication connectivity data transmission infrastructure internet maps network subsea cables technology telecommunications
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  13. D

    Windows 10 Maps addresses not found

    Hi, I have a problem with all my W10 devices (PC and mobile). Both Insider and production. I'm located in Norway, and if I search for an address in the Maps app on for example: Kingsland road Elizabetes iela It doesnt find anything. This works in Here app. If however I go into flight mode...
    • ddebono
    • Thread
    • address airplane mode application issues download insider maps norway offline production windows 10
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  14. J

    Windows 10 Issues Seeing Visual Elements After Windows 10 Upgrade: Need Help!

    After windows 10 upgrade, can't see search boxes; pictures on amazon; lines around tabs; road lines on maps; etc...Why? Someone please help. Thank you sincerely....Jim S
  15. tarogers5

    Windows 10 Windows map location

    Windows location wrong and cannot move it to correct location. Will not allow Cortana or Maps app to see my correct location. Used to be able to inter postal code or later move you pin to correct location.
  16. P

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 Apps Not Working

    I noticed this problem a couple weeks ago when I installed the recent update for windows. All pre installed apps on my start screen had an "X" in the corner of the tile. None of them would open. The only thing that would happen would be I was directed to the desktop and the app would be running...
    • prestonthejoy
    • Thread
    • app app store email installation maps pre-installed settings taskbar troubleshooting update weather windows 8.1
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Software
  17. P

    Windows 8 Windows 8.1 App trouble

    I noticed this problem a couple weeks ago when I installed the recent update for windows. All pre installed apps on my start screen had an "X" in the corner of the tile. None of them would open. The only thing that would happen would be I was directed to the desktop and the app would be running...
    • prestonthejoy
    • Thread
    • app app store desktop email maps pre-installed settings taskbar troubleshooting update weather windows 8.1
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  18. W

    Windows 8 Reviving Windows 8: Apps Resolved and Reliability Improves After Glitches

    I first acquired Windows 8 with a new HP All in One desk top back in November 2012. Then I had another computer crash it's hard drove and installed a new one along with Windows 8 Pro. I also set up a local network, of 3 computers, and spent a good deal of time with all versions of Win 8 coupled...
    • wetibbe
    • Thread
    • app computer defect fix glitch gurus maps navigation network reliability store trojan weather windows 8 worm
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  19. A

    Microsoft Office 2010 Image Magic

    1. Tame Word's Bad Image Behavior 2. Insert Images into a Circle, a Heart, or Any Shape 3. Wrap Text Around or Through an Image 4. Use Signatures and Logos as Clip Art 5. Use Picture Charts in Excel 6. Add Pictures Behind Charts and Workbooks 7. Add Your Logo to an Excel Printout 8. Save...
    • Adamsappleone
    • Thread
    • animation charts clip art creative tools graphic design image shapes image tips logo usage maps microsoft office office 2010 powerpoint presentation productivity text wrapping visuals in documents word features worksheet images
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Microsoft Products and Community
  20. lostsoul65

    Windows 8 Missing "Add a Destination" Feature in Windows 8 Maps for Walking Distances

    In windows 7 I use maps all the time. When I take a walk I figure how far I'll walk and how many turns I'll take and can figure it out to the tenth of a mile by using "add a destination" but I don't see that in Windows 8