system security

As Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life, users are faced with a pivotal decision: transition to Windows 11 or anticipate the arrival of Windows 12. While Microsoft has yet to officially announce Windows 12, a surge of speculation and concept designs offer a glimpse into what the future of the...

The sudden appearance of a new folder named “inetpub” on the system drives of Windows 11 users following the release of the April 24H2 (KB5055523) update has sparked widespread debate among users and cybersecurity professionals alike. This incident, seemingly trivial at first glance, serves as a...

A strange new development has quietly unsettled Windows 11 users in recent weeks: the unexplained appearance of a folder called "inetpub" on their system drives following the April 24H2 (KB5055523) update. While directories like "inetpub" were traditionally associated with web server roles and...

Microsoft's approach to Windows updates has long been a point of contention among users, particularly regarding the balance between maintaining system security and respecting user autonomy. Recent developments have reignited this debate, as the company has initiated automatic updates to Windows...

In recent months, Microsoft has reignited controversy by implementing automatic updates on Windows PCs without explicit user consent. This practice has raised significant concerns among users who prefer to control when and how their systems are updated. Historically, Microsoft has faced...

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently issued an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Advisory, designated ICSA-25-126-03, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in certain industrial control systems. These vulnerabilities pose significant risks to the security and...

Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to streamline the deployment and usability of Windows 11 have recently come under scrutiny, owing to a pair of significant technical snags: one impeding organizations from deploying Windows 11 24H2 via Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), and another affecting...

In late April, a wave of concern rippled through the enterprise IT community as a seemingly routine Windows security update began causing widespread disruption. Organizations deploying Windows 11 through Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)—Microsoft’s go-to tool for centralized updates across...

The end of Windows 10 is no longer a distant speculation—it is an officially scheduled event, with Microsoft having set October 14, 2025, as the definitive date when security updates and technical support for Windows 10 will cease. For millions of users, particularly the gaming community, this...

In recent months, a wave of reports has swept through the Windows community regarding Microsoft’s rollout of the Windows 11 24H2 update, notably the seemingly automatic download of this major update to eligible PCs—often without the explicit consent of end-users. This phenomenon, detailed and...

Microsoft has initiated the automatic rollout of Windows 11 version 24H2, marking a significant phase in its update strategy. This update is being automatically downloaded and installed on eligible devices running Home and Pro editions of Windows 11, versions 23H2 and 22H2, that are not managed...

Windows installations have transformed significantly over the past decade, with privacy concerns reaching new heights. The process, once a straightforward technical routine, now often feels intertwined with a myriad of telemetry, online accounts, and persistent data collection practices that are...

As Microsoft intensifies its push for users to transition to Windows 11, a significant portion of the Windows user base finds itself at a crossroads. The stringent hardware requirements of Windows 11, particularly the necessity for a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, have left approximately 240...

If you have ever been frustrated by your Windows 11 PC stubbornly refusing to shut down, you are not alone. Countless users report encountering the familiar—and often maddening—"This app is preventing you from restarting" error message just as they are wrapping up their workday or trying to...

When considering the best encryption solution for Windows 11, one name that routinely emerges at the top of industry and enthusiast discussions is VeraCrypt. As digital threats diversify and intensify, the average user and enterprise alike face growing anxieties about just how secure their...

Microsoft’s approach to default security settings in Windows 11 continues to spark heated debate, with the latest focus on forced BitLocker encryption and the increasing necessity for Microsoft Accounts. As Windows 11 version 24H2 rolls out with these updates, discontent has surged among users...

Microsoft's forthcoming Windows 11 24H2 update introduces a significant security enhancement: the automatic activation of BitLocker device encryption during clean installations. This change aims to bolster data protection across a broader range of devices, including those running Windows 11 Home...

In the realm of cybersecurity, the principle of least privilege stands as a cornerstone for safeguarding systems against unauthorized access and potential breaches. This principle advocates for granting users only the permissions necessary to perform their tasks, thereby minimizing the risk of...

The single greatest security risk facing everyday Windows users may not involve sophisticated malware, zero-day vulnerabilities, or coordinated cyber-espionage campaigns. According to David Weston, Corporate Vice President of Enterprise and OS Security at Microsoft, it is instead a far more...

On May 1, 2025, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued two critical advisories concerning vulnerabilities in industrial control systems (ICS). These advisories highlight significant security flaws in KUNBUS GmbH's Revolution Pi and MicroDicom's DICOM Viewer, both...