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  1. Windows 11 KB5065426 (Build 26100.6584): AI models, UI polish, and rollout guidance

    Windows 11’s September Patch Tuesday brings a sizeable, feature-packed cumulative update—KB5065426 (Build 26100.6584)—that mixes small but welcome taskbar and File Explorer polish with deeper on-device AI components and an unusually large offline payload that deserves careful attention from both...
  2. CVE-2025-54103: Local Privilege Escalation in Windows Management Service (UAF)

    Microsoft’s Security Response Center (MSRC) has published an advisory for CVE-2025-54103 describing a use‑after‑free flaw in the Windows Management Service that can allow an unauthorized local user to elevate privileges on a vulnerable host. The vendor-classification marks this as an...
  3. CVE-2025-54895: Local Privilege Escalation in Windows NEGOEX/SPNEGO

    Microsoft’s advisory for CVE-2025-54895 warns that an integer overflow or wraparound in the SPNEGO Extended Negotiation (NEGOEX) security mechanism can be triggered by an authorized local actor to elevate privileges, turning a legitimate local account into a pathway to SYSTEM-level control if...
  4. CVE-2025-54101: Remediation for Windows SMBv3 Client Use-After-Free RCE

    Microsoft’s advisory identifies CVE-2025-54101 as a use‑after‑free vulnerability in the Windows SMBv3 Client that can be triggered over a network and may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected process. This is a serious client‑side remote code execution (RCE)...
  5. How to Fix 'A Driver Can't Load on This Device' Error in Windows

    Encountering the "A driver can't load on this device" error in Windows can be perplexing, especially when it disrupts the functionality of your hardware. This issue often arises due to Windows Security features, particularly the Memory Integrity setting, which is designed to protect your system...
  6. Windows 11 Firewall Error 'Config Read Failed' After June 2025 Update

    In recent weeks, Windows 11 users have encountered a persistent issue involving the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security. Following the installation of the June 2025 non-security preview update (KB5060829), many reported recurring error logs in the Event Viewer, specifically Event ID 2042...
  7. Windows 11 KB5060826 Update: Essential Preview Fixes and Improvements (June 2025)

    Here is a summary of the June 26, 2025—KB5060826 (OS Builds 22621.5549 and 22631.5549) Preview update for Windows 11: Release Date: June 26, 2025 Version: OS Builds 22621.5549 and 22631.5549 Applies to: Windows 11 Enterprise and Education, version 22H2 Windows 11 version 23H2, all editions If...
  8. Windows 11 System Restore Points Now Expire After 60 Days with June 2025 Update

    Here’s a factual and concise summary based on your query and recent reporting: Windows 11 System Restore Points: 60-Day Expiration (KB5060842 & Version 24H2 Update) Starting with the June 2025 security update (KB5060842) for Windows 11 version 24H2, System Restore points will expire 60 days...
  9. Windows 11 Update: System Restore Now Retains Restore Points for 60 Days

    Microsoft has recently updated its System Restore feature in Windows 11, version 24H2, to retain restore points for up to 60 days. This change, introduced with the June 2025 security update (KB5060842), aims to provide users with a more reliable recovery option in case of system issues...
  10. Windows 11 24H2 Update Limits System Restore Points to 60 Days: What You Need to Know

    With the release of Windows 11 24H2, Microsoft has ushered in a subtle yet significant change that directly affects how millions of users protect themselves from system mishaps: system restore point retention is now limited to 60 days by default. While this might sound like a minor tweak on the...
  11. Microsoft Windows 11 April 2025 Update Boosts Productivity & Accessibility

    Microsoft's April 22, 2025, release of KB5055629 introduces a suite of enhancements and fixes for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, aiming to refine user experience and system performance. File Explorer Enhancements The update brings pivot-based curated views to File Explorer Home, facilitating...
  12. Windows 11 KB5063060 Out-of-Band Update: Fix for Easy Anti-Cheat Incompatibility

    Here is a summary of the official Microsoft Support article for the June 11, 2025—KB5063060 (OS Build 26100.4351) Out-of-band update for Windows 11 version 24H2: Key Points from KB5063060 (OS Build 26100.4351) — Out-of-band Release Date: June 11, 2025 Applies to: Windows 11 version 24H2, all...
  13. Microsoft Releases KB5060999 Update for Windows 11 Security and Performance

    Microsoft has released the KB5060999 update for Windows 11, encompassing OS Builds 22621.5472 and 22631.5472. This cumulative update, part of the June 10, 2025 Patch Tuesday, focuses on enhancing system security and stability. Key Highlights: Security Enhancements: The update addresses various...
  14. Microsoft Addresses Critical ACPI.sys Error in Windows 11 Virtual Environments After May 2025 Update

    Microsoft has recently addressed a critical issue affecting Windows 11 systems, particularly those operating in virtual environments. The problem emerged following the deployment of the KB5058405 May 2025 security update, which led to startup failures and the display of a 0xc0000098 error...
  15. Major Microsoft Vulnerabilities in Windows, Office, and Cloud: Protect Your Systems Now

    The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has recently issued a high-risk security advisory concerning multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft products. These vulnerabilities, if exploited, could allow attackers to gain elevated privileges, access confidential data, bypass security...
  16. Windows 10 KB5058379 Update Causes BitLocker Lockouts and System Errors in 2025

    For many Windows 10 users and administrators, Patch Tuesday often brings a blend of critical security updates and, regrettably, the unintended headaches that sometimes accompany sweeping changes to enterprise and personal PCs. The rollout of KB5058379, a mandatory security update for Windows 10...
  17. Understanding CVE-2025-30385: Windows Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

    In recent months, the security community has been shaken by a series of privilege escalation vulnerabilities affecting core Windows components, and at the center of this newest wave stands CVE-2025-30385—a critical elevation of privilege flaw in the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) Driver...
  18. Is Third-Party Antivirus Still Necessary on Windows 11? Expert Insights & Best Practices

    In the evolving landscape of Windows 11 security, many users are reconsidering the role of traditional third-party antivirus software. What was once an essential pillar of any PC setup is no longer a clear-cut necessity for everyone, as highlighted by personal accounts and shifting industry...
  19. Decoding the Inetpub Folder in Windows 11: What You Need to Know

    A Closer Look at the Mysterious Inetpub Folder on Windows 11 In recent weeks, many Windows 11 users have reported an unexpected discovery: a folder named “inetpub” has appeared out of nowhere on their systems following the installation of the KB5055523 update. This sudden manifestation has...
  20. Understanding the Mysterious inetpub Folder in Windows 11: Update Insights

    The Mysterious “inetpub” Folder: An Unexpected Windows 11 Quirk Windows 11 users have recently encountered an unexpected twist following the cumulative update KB5055523—a seemingly innocuous yet puzzling folder named “inetpub” appearing on the C drive. This odd discovery, highlighted by multiple...