threat detection

Microsoft's security update for a Windows File Explorer flaw underscores a long-standing risk vector: trusted UI components that implicitly parse untrusted content. In March 2025 Microsoft disclosed and patched a Windows File Explorer spoofing vulnerability that could cause Explorer to...

A recently published Microsoft advisory warns that CVE-2025-49762 — a race-condition flaw in the Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock (AFD.sys) — can allow a locally authorized attacker to elevate privileges by exploiting concurrent execution using a shared resource with improper...

Microsoft’s advisory language about an SQL injection–style elevation of privilege in SQL Server is serious — but the identifier you supplied, CVE-2025-49759, does not appear in the major public vulnerability trackers I reviewed; instead, Microsoft’s July 8, 2025 SQL Server fixes included a...

Azure Virtual Machines are affected by an information disclosure vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-53781, a flaw Microsoft lists in its Security Update Guide that describes the exposure of sensitive information from Azure-hosted virtual machines which could allow an attacker with certain...

Microsoft has published a security advisory for CVE-2025-53730, a use‑after‑free vulnerability in Microsoft Office Visio that Microsoft describes as allowing an unauthorized attacker to execute code locally when a specially crafted Visio file is opened. Background Microsoft Visio is a widely...

A new era of cyber resilience for Microsoft 365 environments is taking shape as Sophos and Rubrik unveil a pioneering integrated backup and recovery service. This collaboration, crystallized in the launch of Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik, dramatically elevates data protection...

A potent wave of ransomware attacks has uncovered a cunning new strategy in cybercrime: hackers are leveraging a legitimate Intel CPU tuning driver to disable Windows 11’s built-in antivirus, leaving systems dangerously exposed. The Akira ransomware, already notorious for its aggressive...

Here is a concise and professional edit and summary for the article "Zenity Labs Exposes Widespread 'AgentFlayer' Vulnerabilities Allowing Silent Hijacking of Major Enterprise AI Agents Circumventing Human Oversight" from CNHI News: Zenity Labs Uncovers Major 'AgentFlayer' Vulnerabilities...

Sophos and Rubrik’s strategic alliance marks a significant milestone for cybersecurity and resilience strategies in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Announced at Black Hat USA 2025, their integrated solution—Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik—delivers a pragmatic, workflow-centric...

Amid an escalating threat landscape where ransomware strikes have become the new norm for organizations across the globe, CrashPlan is positioning itself at the forefront of cyber resiliency and data protection. The acclaimed backup and cyber resiliency authority is set to showcase its latest...

A new wave of highly sophisticated phishing scams has placed millions of Microsoft 365 users at increased risk, with recent campaigns focusing on colleges and universities such as Seton Hall. These scams exploit a deepening trust in digital communications and modern security tools, employing...

A sweeping wave of cybersecurity advisories has surged through the industrial sector as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) unveiled ten new Industrial Control Systems (ICS) advisories on August 7, 2025. This release zeroes in on a wide spectrum of vulnerabilities...

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...

Threat actors have escalated their tactics by exploiting the Microsoft 365 Direct Send feature, fundamentally altering the landscape of email-based cyber attacks. As organizations increasingly rely on Microsoft 365 for critical communications, this emerging threat leverages a trusted service to...

A new era of cyber resilience for Microsoft 365 is taking shape as Rubrik and Sophos unveil an integrated solution set to redefine how organizations defend and recover their business-critical data. Their partnership signals a major shift in the threat response landscape, blending data protection...

Abnormal AI’s latest update to its Security Posture Management platform marks a significant leap forward in the race to secure Microsoft 365 environments, meeting the growing demand for automated, AI-driven defense against sophisticated threat actors and accidental misconfigurations. As...

In a significant move to reshape Microsoft 365 security, Abnormal AI has unveiled a major update to its Security Posture Management solution, placing advanced AI-driven protection, automated prioritization, and actionable remediation front and center for enterprises navigating the labyrinth of...

A high-severity security vulnerability has emerged at the heart of countless enterprise communications: Microsoft has issued a warning about a flaw in hybrid Exchange Server deployments that could give cyber attackers undetected escalated access to Exchange Online—potentially undermining the...

Microsoft has unveiled Project Ire, an autonomous AI agent designed to revolutionize malware detection by independently analyzing and classifying software without human intervention. This development marks a significant advancement in cybersecurity, aiming to enhance the efficiency and accuracy...

A seismic shift is underway in the world of enterprise cybersecurity and business continuity as Sophos, in partnership with Rubrik, launches a new Microsoft 365 Backup and Recovery Solution. This innovative release, described as Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik, stands out as...