threat protection

  1. Microsoft Teams Tightens Security: Block Weaponizable Files & Malicious URLs with Tenant Controls

    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...
  2. Barracuda SecureEdge: Windows-centric SASE for SMBs

    Small and mid-sized businesses are in a race they didn’t sign up for: keep up with a threat landscape that moves faster than budgets, hiring pipelines, and legacy architectures. A recent trade feature made the case plainly—SMBs must get serious about network security and consolidation if they...
  3. Top Email Security Solutions in 2025: Beyond Microsoft EOP for Businesses

    Cybersecurity in the corporate realm now sits at the top of IT agendas for organizations of all sizes, as email remains the most common vector for threats like phishing, ransomware, and sophisticated malware attachments. Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP) has long held dominance due to...
  4. Protecting Microsoft 365 from Advanced Phishing: Link Wrapping Exploits and Defense Strategies

    Cloudflare has issued a stark warning about a new and highly sophisticated wave of phishing attacks targeting Microsoft 365 users, drawing attention to a dangerous exploitation of a trusted email security feature: link wrapping. In recent weeks, both enterprise and consumer accounts have come...
  5. Manage & Secure Microsoft 365 Like an Expert: Free Virtual Summit August 22, 2025

    Microsoft 365 has become an indispensable tool for enterprises worldwide, offering a suite of applications that facilitate collaboration, communication, and productivity. However, as the platform evolves, so do the challenges associated with managing and securing its environment. To address...
  6. Palo Alto Networks & Okta Collaboration: Revolutionizing Identity Security with AI-Driven Integration

    The cybersecurity landscape is changing at an unprecedented rate, with artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced identity management systems sitting at the forefront of both innovation and threat mitigation. As organizations continue to expand their cloud footprints and embrace hybrid work...
  7. Top 5 Mimecast Email Security Alternatives for 2025: Secure Your Business Today

    Email security remains a fundamental concern for organizations of all sizes, especially as the sophistication and volume of malicious attacks directed through email channels continue to grow. Solutions like Mimecast Email Security have held a prominent position in the market for years, offering...
  8. Ultimate Guide to Securing Microsoft Teams for Safe Collaboration

    Microsoft Teams has become an indispensable tool for collaboration, especially in remote and hybrid work environments. Ensuring its secure use is paramount to protect sensitive information and maintain organizational integrity. This article provides comprehensive strategies to enhance the...
  9. 7 Essential Windows Security Settings to Protect Your Digital Life

    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...
  10. Windows 11 25H2: Revolutionizing Security with User-Mode API and Kernel-less Threat Protection

    Windows 11 25H2 is poised to redefine the relationship between security tools and its foundational architecture, marking a significant evolutionary step in how the operating system safeguards itself and its users. For decades, security vendors such as CrowdStrike, Bitdefender, and their...
  11. Windows Server 2019: The Ultimate Guide to Features, Security, and Hybrid Cloud Integration

    With a legacy built on powering enterprises, datacenters, and mission-critical workloads, each release of Windows Server transforms expectations in IT infrastructure. Windows Server 2019, next in this proud lineage, generated intense anticipation leading up to its general availability. Marked by...
  12. Preparing for Office 2025 EOL: Mitigating Macro Security Risks in Your Organization

    As the October 2025 end-of-life date for Microsoft Office 2016 and 2019 approaches, organizations are facing critical decisions regarding their IT infrastructure. Beyond the immediate concerns of software obsolescence, this transition period brings to light significant security vulnerabilities...
  13. Neudesic’s Microsoft Cloud Security Certification Boosts IBM’s Hybrid Cloud Security Edge

    IBM’s acquisition of Neudesic in early 2022 marked a pivotal move in consolidating its status as a leader in hybrid and multi-cloud consulting, but the latest news underscores how this relationship has matured into a security juggernaut. Neudesic, as a wholly owned subsidiary of IBM, recently...
  14. Microsoft Defender Update 2025: Enhanced Security for Windows and Servers

    Microsoft has recently released a significant update to Microsoft Defender, enhancing security for Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows Server installation images. This update is crucial for IT administrators and organizations aiming to maintain robust security postures across their systems...
  15. Netskope and Microsoft Purview Integration Boosts Enterprise Data Security

    In a significant move to bolster enterprise data security, Netskope has announced an integration with Microsoft Purview, aiming to provide organizations with comprehensive protection across enterprise, cloud, and AI environments. This collaboration is set to enhance data discovery...
  16. Microsoft Defender Launches Mail Bombing Detection to Combat Email Flood Attacks in 2025

    Microsoft has unveiled a new security feature within its Defender for Office 365 suite aimed at mitigating the rising threat of email bombing attacks. This feature, termed "Mail Bombing Detection," is designed to automatically identify and quarantine high-volume email flooding campaigns that...
  17. Critical Security Flaw in Microsoft Word: CVE-2025-32717 Exploited via Malicious Documents

    Microsoft has recently disclosed a critical security vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-32717, affecting Microsoft Word. This flaw allows remote code execution (RCE), enabling attackers to execute arbitrary code on a victim's system by persuading them to open a specially crafted Word document...
  18. Understanding and Mitigating CVE-2025-33069: The Windows App Control Security Bypass

    Windows App Control for Business (WDAC) has long been one of the cornerstone technologies within the modern enterprise Windows ecosystem, built to allow organizations granular policy enforcement around which applications may run and under what circumstances. The policy-based security of WDAC...
  19. Understanding Windows Schannel Vulnerabilities: CVE-2014-6321 and CVE-2010-2566

    The Windows Secure Channel (Schannel) component has been a cornerstone of Microsoft's security architecture, facilitating encrypted communications across various Windows services. However, its critical role has also made it a focal point for security vulnerabilities over the years. A notable...
  20. Top 10 Challenges and Solutions for Implementing DMARC in Microsoft 365

    Implementing Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC) in Microsoft 365 is a critical step toward enhancing email security by preventing domain spoofing and phishing attacks. However, the process is fraught with challenges that can complicate deployment and...