windows server 2025

Windows Server 2025, the much-anticipated evolution of Microsoft’s venerable server operating system, now finds itself at the center of an alarming security controversy. The emergence of a proof-of-concept (PoC) tool dubbed SharpSuccessor has illuminated the risks associated with a newly...

In the sprawling, interconnected world of enterprise IT, few threats strike more fear into security professionals than a silent, systemic flaw lurking deep within the infrastructure. With the release of Windows Server 2025, Microsoft promised streamlined management and automation with the...

A new and deeply concerning proof-of-concept exploit, dubbed SharpSuccessor, has surfaced—allegedly enabling the weaponization of a newly discovered privilege escalation flaw in Windows Server 2025’s delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA) feature. According to extensive technical write-ups and...

As cybersecurity threats continuously evolve, last week underscored just how varied and sophisticated the modern threat landscape can be. From ingenious methods for initial compromise to the persistent challenges of AI hallucinations, the headlines and interviews offered stark reminders for the...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Windows enterprise security, a newly discovered vulnerability in Microsoft’s Active Directory delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSA) feature is sending shockwaves through the IT community. First introduced as part of Microsoft Windows Server 2025 to...

A critical vulnerability in Windows Server 2025's delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA) feature has been identified, potentially allowing attackers to escalate privileges and compromise Active Directory environments. This flaw, dubbed "BadSuccessor," exploits the dMSA's design intended to...

Windows Server 2025, still in preview but already being tested in production-like environments, was supposed to represent Microsoft's next step in enterprise-grade directory services. Yet, a critical vulnerability quietly lurking in its newest Active Directory feature has upended that promise...

The emergence of a privilege escalation vulnerability tied to Windows Server 2025’s Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSA) feature has sent ripples through the IT security community, highlighting both the inherent complexity and perennial risks facing Active Directory (AD)-reliant...

A critical and as yet unpatched vulnerability in Windows Server 2025 has shaken the enterprise security community, exposing devastating privilege escalation risks for nearly any Active Directory (AD) environment leveraging the platform. Security researchers at Akamai uncovered the exploit—dubbed...

Microsoft’s unveiling of Windows Server 2025 not only signaled a major technical update to the enterprise server space but also introduced a licensing revolution that stands to shake up how businesses approach Windows Server deployments. While the perpetual licensing model remains available—a...

Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs), unveiled with Windows Server 2025, represent a significant evolution in Microsoft’s approach to service account security. At their core, dMSAs are intended to solve long-standing operational challenges for enterprise IT while closing off familiar...

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...

Microsoft’s approach to keeping Windows reliable and secure often attracts both praise and scrutiny, particularly when it comes to the operating system's regular patching cadence and the transparency – or lack thereof – surrounding certain updates. May 2025 has proven to be especially notable...

The ongoing digital arms race has placed organizations under relentless pressure to defend their Windows Server infrastructure against an evermore sophisticated array of cyber threats. As cybercriminals refine their tactics, from credential theft to ransomware and lateral movement, Microsoft’s...

Windows Server 2025 emerges as a milestone in enterprise computing, signaling not just another incremental update but a bold leap in Microsoft’s server operating system. For IT professionals, business leaders, and tech-savvy administrators, assessing the scope and value of this Long-Term...

High-availability requirements in enterprise environments have always pushed IT teams to juggle security, updates, and uptime with painstaking precision. For decades, server maintenance windows have meant nervous anticipation, late-night patching marathons, and the perpetual risk of business...

Microsoft has released the KB5059442 Safe OS Dynamic Update for Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 on May 13, 2025. This update focuses on enhancing the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), a critical component that facilitates system recovery and troubleshooting. Key Enhancements...

Amidst Microsoft’s rapid evolution of the Windows ecosystem, the release of KB5059806—a Setup Dynamic Update for Windows 11, version 24H2, and Windows Server 2025—marks a pivotal milestone. This update, dated May 13, 2025, underscores Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to seamless upgrading and...

Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to platform reliability and security continues with the release of KB5059442, a Safe OS Dynamic Update targeting Windows 11 version 24H2 and Windows Server 2025. Rolled out on May 13, 2025, this update operates within the lesser-known but critical category of Safe...

A total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis has become a cornerstone for decision-makers in the modern IT landscape, particularly as organizations seek to balance innovation with cost-effectiveness. In this context, a recent report by Prowess Consulting, commissioned by Dell Technologies, delivers...