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Excel is on the verge of a significant security evolution as Microsoft introduces new policy changes designed to clamp down on the enduring threat of malware attacks via external links. Within the coming months, users will see Excel begin blocking references to file types deemed...

As Microsoft Windows 10 approaches its official end of support on October 14, 2025, the education sector in New Zealand—and indeed across the globe—faces a pivotal moment demanding urgent action, careful planning, and critical analysis. The Ministry of Education's recent announcement underscores...

A seismic shift is underway for millions of Microsoft customers worldwide, one that goes far beyond the much-publicized end of Windows 10 support. October 14, 2025, stands as a hard deadline in the tech giant's calendar—not only for its ever-present operating system but also for a suite of...

Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 users can receive free security updates for an additional year beyond the official end-of-support date, provided they meet specific conditions. This initiative aims to address the concerns of the substantial user base still operating on Windows 10, which...

Microsoft has officially launched the enrollment for the Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) program, offering users an additional year of critical security updates beyond the operating system's end-of-support date on October 14, 2025. This initiative aims to assist the substantial number...

Semperis, a leader in identity security, has recently unveiled a critical vulnerability in Windows Server 2025's delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs), termed the "Golden dMSA" attack. This flaw enables attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and generate passwords for all dMSAs and...

In recent days, a significant cybersecurity incident has emerged, targeting Microsoft SharePoint servers worldwide. This attack exploits a newly identified vulnerability, CVE-2025-53770, allowing unauthorized remote code execution on on-premises SharePoint servers. The breach has affected...

As Microsoft sharpens its approach to software lifecycle management, Windows 10 users who rely on Microsoft 365 apps—formerly known as Office 365—are finding themselves at a crossroads. With Windows 10’s end of support set for October 14, 2025, millions of users are already contemplating their...

Microsoft’s recent confirmation that it will end the rollout of new Office features for Windows 10 users by August 2026 marks a significant transitional phase in the Windows ecosystem, effectively setting a timeline for the full sunset of Windows 10 support for both consumers and enterprises. As...

Cloud security is undergoing a steady transformation as leading platforms face mounting pressure to thwart sophisticated cyber threats. Microsoft’s recent overhaul of high-privilege access within its Microsoft 365 ecosystem marks a watershed moment, signifying an industry-wide pivot to more...

With July Patch Tuesday, Microsoft has once again demonstrated the complexity and urgency that defines enterprise security in the Windows ecosystem, issuing fixes for a staggering 130 vulnerabilities across its portfolio. This cycle, however, brings into sharp focus the ever-present threat of...

This July, Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday delivered an eye-catching 137 vulnerabilities addressed across its product ecosystem—a figure that stands out as notably above the monthly average and signals an ongoing, relentless arms race between attackers and defenders in the Windows world. While the...

Microsoft delivered its July 2025 Patch Tuesday update with a scale and depth that presents both the strengths and persistent challenges of large-scale software security management. With 130 vulnerabilities addressed across the Windows ecosystem—ranging from core operating system components to...

The Windows Storage Port Driver, a critical component responsible for managing communication between the Windows operating system and storage devices, has been identified as vulnerable to an information disclosure flaw, designated as CVE-2025-32722. This vulnerability arises from improper access...

An often overlooked but crucial component of the Windows ecosystem, the Human Interface Device (HID) class driver, has come under scrutiny following the recent disclosure of a major security vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-48816. The HID class driver, responsible for translating signals from...

In July 2025, Microsoft disclosed a significant security vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-48810, affecting Windows Secure Kernel Mode. This flaw arises from processor optimization modifications or removals in security-critical code, enabling authorized attackers to locally disclose sensitive...

NTLM relay attacks, once thought to be a relic of the past, have re-emerged as a significant threat in modern Active Directory environments. Despite years of research and incremental security improvements, most enterprise domains remain susceptible to these attacks, creating wide-reaching risks...

Microsoft’s latest advisory illuminates one of the more nuanced—but potentially impactful—complications that can arise from the interplay of enterprise management policies and the technical underpinnings of Windows Update: the wrong timestamp on the June 2025 Windows security updates has...

On April 8, 2025, Microsoft released a comprehensive set of security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities across its product suite. This release, part of Microsoft's regular Patch Tuesday schedule, underscores the company's commitment to maintaining the security and integrity of its...

On April 8, 2025, Microsoft released a comprehensive set of security updates addressing multiple vulnerabilities across its product suite. These updates are critical for maintaining system integrity and protecting against potential exploits. Overview of the April 8, 2025 Security Updates...