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  1. Urgent Security Alert: Protect Your Hybrid Microsoft Exchange from Critical Vulnerability CVE-2025-53786

    A new high-severity security vulnerability is causing alarm among businesses that utilize hybrid Microsoft Exchange deployments, as both Microsoft and the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issue urgent advisories. This flaw—affecting Exchange Server 2016, 2019, and the...
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  2. Enhancing Power Pages Security with Azure Managed Bot Protection & Granular Controls

    Microsoft’s ongoing quest to strengthen Power Pages security has taken a notable step forward with the launch of the Azure managed Bot Protection rule—an innovation promising to reshape how organizations defend their sites from the surging tide of automated threats. Website owners face...
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  3. Microsoft Releases Windows Server 2025 Version 2506 Security Baseline Update

    Microsoft has released the latest security baseline for Windows Server 2025, version 2506, on June 25, 2025. This update introduces several key changes aimed at enhancing security and operational flexibility for enterprise environments. Key Changes in Version 2506 Deny Logon Through Remote...
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  4. Securing Microsoft 365: Essential Strategies to Prevent Cyberattacks

    Microsoft 365 has become the digital heart of modern organizations, supporting operations that range from email and file storage to real-time collaboration and regulatory compliance. Despite its reputation for robust security and the billions of dollars Microsoft invests in cybersecurity...
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  5. Protecting Microsoft 365 from Direct Send Email Phishing Attacks

    For many organizations, the expectation is that internal communications on their Microsoft 365 tenants are inherently more trustworthy—after all, who would question an authentication-free email from the company’s own domain? Yet a recent investigation by the Varonis Managed Data Detection and...
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  6. Mitigating Phishing Risks in Microsoft 365: Addressing the Threat of Direct Send Abuse

    In a sobering development for the cloud security landscape, new research has exposed how Microsoft 365’s Direct Send feature—a tool primarily designed for seamless internal communication—has become a significant vector for phishing attacks. As organizations of all sizes deepen their reliance on...
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  7. Top Microsoft 365 Security Threats in 2025 & How to Mitigate Them

    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...
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  8. Top Microsoft 365 Security Challenges in 2025: Protect Your Organization

    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...
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  9. Oracle TNS Protocol Vulnerability CVE-2025-30733: Risks, Impact, and Mitigation Strategies

    A significant vulnerability in one of the most widely used enterprise database communication protocols has prompted urgent action across the IT landscape, with Oracle’s patch for CVE-2025-30733 shining a spotlight on the persistent risks inherent in legacy technology. With databases lying at the...
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  10. Mastering dMSA Security: Protecting Windows Server 2025 from Advanced Persistence Attacks

    The evolution of service account security within enterprise Windows environments has seen major innovation with the introduction of Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs), particularly in Windows Server 2025. Promoted as an important cornerstone for automating credential management and...
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  11. Critical Windows Telnet Zero-Click Vulnerability: How Legacy Protocols Threaten Credential Security

    A newly discovered vulnerability in Microsoft’s Telnet Client (telnet.exe) has raised alarms across the cybersecurity community. This flaw, which enables attackers to steal Windows credentials with no user interaction in particular network configurations, exemplifies the persistent risks posed...
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  12. How to Enable Microsoft Defender on Windows 11: Complete Security Guide

    In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, device security has become an essential pillar of personal computing. For millions of Windows 11 users, Microsoft Defender acts as the primary gatekeeper against an ever-expanding array of viruses, malware, and nefarious cyber threats. While many...
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  13. 6 Essential Security Settings to Secure Your New Windows 11 PC Immediately

    When you get a new Windows 11 PC, it's exciting to start personalizing the device with your favorite apps, wallpapers, and settings. However, the excitement should not overshadow one critical step: securing your device from the outset. Security is the foundation upon which all your digital...
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  14. How to Manage and Troubleshoot Microsoft Account Security Settings Effectively

    In the digital age, managing online accounts securely is paramount. Microsoft accounts, integral to accessing services like Outlook, OneDrive, and Office 365, offer various security features to protect user data. However, users often encounter challenges when configuring these settings, leading...
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  15. Critical PowerSYSTEM Center 2020 Vulnerabilities: Strengthening Industrial Cybersecurity Posture

    In the world of industrial cybersecurity, every new advisory issued by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) reads as both a technical bulletin and a stark warning. This is certainly true with the recent CISA alert centered on vulnerabilities within Subnet Solutions Inc.’s...
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