phishing protection

Microsoft Defender SmartScreen in Microsoft Edge acts as a live reputation and content filter that warns users about phishing pages, malicious downloads, and suspicious sites before they can do harm. (support.microsoft.com, learn.microsoft.com) Background Microsoft Defender SmartScreen began as...

Microsoft Teams is rolling out two platform-level protections meant to stop weaponized files and scammy links from arriving in users’ chats and channels, a change that shifts the battleground for collaboration security from reactive investigation to proactive blocking. Background Microsoft’s...

Windows Live Mail’s built‑in spam controls — the Safety Options, Safe Senders/Recipients lists, Blocked Senders, international filters and message rules — can still give you effective inbox control, but only if you set them deliberately and understand their limits on modern Windows systems. This...

Microsoft Teams is getting a tighter security posture: Microsoft is rolling out new protections that will block weaponizable file types in chats and channels, scan and warn about malicious URLs at the time of delivery and click, and extend administrative control by integrating Teams with the...

Microsoft has introduced passkeys as a new verification method for user accounts, allowing sign-ins using facial recognition, fingerprints, or device PINs. This feature is compatible across Windows, Apple, and Google platforms. Passkeys utilize cryptographic key pairs, with one key stored on the...

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, email remains a primary vector for attacks such as phishing, malware, and business email compromise (BEC). To bolster defenses, organizations often deploy a combination of native security solutions and third-party tools. Microsoft Defender for...

As organisations across Australia and globally embrace the cloud to streamline operations and enable seamless collaboration, the question of security has never been more urgent. Cloud platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, AWS, and Azure have become central to business operations—but so...

In an era where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, Trustwave has introduced its Managed Phishing for Microsoft service, aiming to bolster the defenses of organizations utilizing Microsoft Office 365 and Defender for Office against phishing attacks. This service is designed to...

Phishing attacks remain a relentless challenge in the digital security landscape, and for organizations relying on Microsoft 365, the stakes have never been higher. As business email compromise, credential theft, and weaponized attachments evolve—often powered by artificial intelligence—security...

When it comes to protecting your digital life, the security settings on your Windows PC should never be an afterthought. From sensitive documents and irreplaceable photos to your credentials and banking details, our computers hold far more than just data—they can be keys to our identities and...

Windows SmartScreen has long served as one of the core layers of defense in Microsoft’s modern security architecture, acting as a vigilant gatekeeper against malicious web content, phishing attempts, and untrusted or suspicious applications. But with the disclosure of CVE-2025-49740, a...

For small businesses leveraging Microsoft 365, security is no longer a passive IT checkbox—it is a living, breathing discipline that can directly impact the survival and reputation of an organization. The surge in cyberattacks exploiting cloud misconfigurations and the rise of sophisticated...

In a significant move to bolster email security, KnowBe4 and Microsoft have announced a strategic integration aimed at enhancing protection for organizations using Microsoft 365. This collaboration introduces KnowBe4 Defend, a solution designed to complement Microsoft's existing email security...

Here’s a summary of what’s known about CVE-2025-47963 (Microsoft Edge, Chromium-based, Spoofing Vulnerability): Nature of Vulnerability: This is a spoofing vulnerability in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based). Successful exploitation allows an unauthorized attacker to perform spoofing attacks over...

In the constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, organizations battle daily against an onslaught of sophisticated email threats. Ransomware, business email compromise, phishing schemes, and a litany of other attack vectors continue to grow in prevalence and complexity, preying on both...

Microsoft has recently released Windows 11 Build 22631.5545 (KB5060826) to Insiders in the Release Preview Channel, introducing a suite of enhancements aimed at refining user experience and system functionality. Gradual Rollout Features Some features are being introduced gradually and may not be...

In the still-expanding digital landscape of 2024, another catastrophic cybersecurity incident has emerged, sending shockwaves across the United States and beyond. Over 184 million passwords, along with associated email addresses and critical login links, have been exposed in a sweeping data...

As cyber threats targeting Microsoft 365 continue to evolve, understanding and mitigating these risks is paramount for organizations relying on this platform. The recent "Microsoft 365 Security Roundup: Top 5 Threats in 2025" summit highlighted the most pressing security challenges and provided...

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...

When it comes to securing a modern PC, few subjects trigger as much debate as the real necessity of third-party antivirus on Windows 11. For decades, the adage that “every Windows user needs antivirus” was as universally accepted as locking your front door—but today, things are changing...