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Microsoft SharePoint Server has long been a bedrock for enterprise collaboration, powering content management and workflow automation in countless organizations across the globe. However, its ubiquity and deep integration into business operations consistently make it a high-value target for...

As internet threats grow more sophisticated, Windows users are frequently advised to install third-party antivirus and security solutions to guard against malware, viruses, and hackers. Yet, what often goes unnoticed—even among longtime users—is that Windows 10 and Windows 11 Enterprise editions...

Once upon a time in the bustling land of corporate IT, passwords roamed freely through Windows networks, blissfully unaware that NTLM—the venerable but rather creaky gatekeeper of authentication—was about to get a rude awakening courtesy of modern cybercriminals. The NTLM Elephant in the Room...

Microsoft Defender is raising the bar in endpoint security by introducing an innovative capability aimed at neutralizing threats before they spread. At the heart of this update is the powerful isolation of undiscovered endpoints—devices that have not yet been identified or onboarded to Defender...

Windows users and IT professionals—prepare to dive into the intricacies of a fresh challenge in the cybersecurity landscape. CVE-2025-27473, a denial-of-service vulnerability discovered in the Windows HTTP.sys driver, exposes a path for attackers to trigger uncontrolled resource consumption...

Fast flux attacks are no idle chatter in the cybersecurity world—they’re a rapidly evolving tactic that can leave even the most fortified networks scrambling. Recently, the U.S. Cybersecurity Infrastructure Agency (CISA) joined forces with international partners from Australia, Canada, and New...

Risks of Allowing Apps Through Windows Firewall – How to Manage Your Allowed Apps Windows Firewall is a fundamental layer of protection built into Windows to guard your PC against unauthorized network access. While sometimes it's necessary to grant certain trusted apps permission to communicate...

Windows has always been about power and flexibility—and its hidden network protection feature is no exception. Ever dreamt of a native shield against malware that doesn’t require a third-party app? If you’re using Windows 10 or planning to upgrade to Windows 11 Enterprise, there's an...

Hidden Defense: What Is Network Protection? Microsoft has long equipped Windows with robust built-in security tools. Most users are familiar with SmartScreen, the feature that flags sketchy websites and downloads in Edge. However, there’s a quieter guardian that operates at a much deeper...

In today’s increasingly connected world, protecting your digital fortress has never been more critical—especially for Windows users who rely on robust security measures to guard against online threats. While Windows comes with a built-in firewall as part of Windows Security, many users are on...

As Windows 11 continues to evolve as a robust operating system, its built-in features are becoming more sophisticated and user-friendly. One such essential feature is the Microsoft Defender Firewall, housed within the Windows Security app. Designed to protect your PC from unwanted intrusions...

Hello, I'm running windows 10 pro. I have 4 of my dives as a Raid. however What I'm worried about is running my windows as a Nas. I;m not a linux person at all. I been on windows sense as long as I can remember. I do have linux systems and having a hard time trying to compile drives into a raid...

Security, administration and cost issues mitigate the effectiveness of web application firewalls. Continue reading...

Original release date: May 12, 2017 | Last revised: May 19, 2017 Systems Affected Microsoft Windows operating systems Overview According to numerous open-source reports, a widespread ransomware campaign is affecting various organizations with reports of tens of thousands of infections in...

Severity Rating: Important Revision Note: V1.0 (October 11, 2011): Bulletin published. Summary: This security update resolves two publicly disclosed vulnerabilities in Host Integration Server. The vulnerabilities could allow denial of service if a remote attacker sends...

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Severity Rating: Critical - Revision Note: V1.0 (June 14, 2011): Bulletin published.Summary: This security update resolves two privately reported vulnerabilities in the Microsoft Distributed File System (DFS). The more severe of these vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution when an...

Nick Torkington, Security Architect with Microsoft Services, answers the most common security concerns CxOs and other business decision-makers have when evaluating the Microsoft platform to build a private Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) cloud. This video covers: · Building a secure...

BH Landscape Next week, many of us here will be heading down to Las Vegas for Black Hat. The MSRC, and other teams in Microsoft, have been attending Black Hat for years. In fact, we've been sponsoring the show for the last eight years-the last five as a platinum sponsor. Some might ask why...

This little device (DSO-150) was given to me a while back to try out. This isn't something you're going to want to use if you can't stand wires and cables. Matter of fact, I hesitated using it for that same reason. Actually this is quite nice, none intrusive, easy to install and use. Securespot...