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...
Excel is on the verge of a significant security evolution as Microsoft introduces new policy changes designed to clamp down on the enduring threat of malware attacks via external links. Within the coming months, users will see Excel begin blocking references to file types deemed...
Migrating enterprise environments from Windows 10 domain-joined devices to Windows 11 cloud-native management with Microsoft Intune is quickly becoming a pivotal undertaking for modern organizations seeking enhanced agility, security, and user experience. As businesses position themselves for a...
For organizations contemplating a migration from Windows 10 domain-joined and co-managed devices to a truly cloud-native Windows 11 environment using Microsoft Intune, the path is now both clearer and more pressing than ever. The momentum behind Microsoft’s cloud management tools, especially...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation and efficiency. However, this rapid adoption also introduces significant risks, particularly when AI systems are deployed without robust governance frameworks. Microsoft's "Guide for...
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When considering disaster resilience for Microsoft 365, the discussion often revolves around infrastructure, backup, and failover. However, insight from leading industry experts reveals a more foundational vulnerability—identity. At a pivotal summit hosted by Virtualization & Cloud Review, IT...
When it comes to ensuring the continuous availability and resilience of Microsoft 365 environments, much of the traditional advice centers around robust backup strategies and disaster recovery planning. However, as highlighted in a recent expert session at a Virtualization & Cloud Review summit...
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Optimal IdM has unveiled a groundbreaking multi-factor authentication (MFA) integration for Microsoft Azure tenants, marking a significant advancement in identity and access management solutions. This new offering enables any organization utilizing Microsoft Azure to implement Optimal IdM's...
Microsoft has recently issued an urgent alert regarding active cyberattacks targeting on-premises SharePoint servers, a critical component used by numerous government agencies and businesses for internal document management and collaboration. These attacks exploit a previously unknown "zero-day"...
Organizations of every size have come to rely on Microsoft 365 as the digital nervous system powering their communication, collaboration, and data management. With its robust ecosystem—spanning Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and the evolving Entra ID (Azure AD)—Microsoft 365 has brought...
A chilling new chapter in the landscape of enterprise IT security has unfolded as cybersecurity researchers reveal that a wide-reaching attack on Microsoft’s SharePoint server software may stem from a single, determined threat actor. The world’s eyes turn yet again to the battle between...
In the aftermath of a sweeping global cyberattack that has compromised tens of thousands of Microsoft SharePoint servers, both US government agencies and major energy corporations find themselves grappling with the daunting implications of one of the most significant data breaches in recent...
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Security researchers have recently identified a critical vulnerability within Microsoft Entra ID, formerly known as Azure Active Directory, that enables attackers to escalate their privileges to Global Administrator status. This flaw poses a significant threat to organizations relying on...
Semperis researchers have identified a critical design flaw in Windows Server 2025's delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs), termed the "Golden dMSA" vulnerability. This flaw allows attackers to achieve persistent, undetected access to managed service accounts, potentially exposing resources...
Microsoft has recently expanded its Security Copilot assistant to integrate seamlessly with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Entra, introducing AI-driven features aimed at enhancing endpoint management and identity infrastructure.
This development underscores the pivotal roles of Intune and Entra...
Microsoft continues its steady evolution of Windows 11, shipping new preview builds to both the Dev and Beta Channels that signal a significant step forward in usability, security, and AI integration. These latest releases—Dev build 26200.5702 and Beta build 26120.4733—underscore the company’s...
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Phishing attacks remain a relentless challenge in the digital security landscape, and for organizations relying on Microsoft 365, the stakes have never been higher. As business email compromise, credential theft, and weaponized attachments evolve—often powered by artificial intelligence—security...
Windows Office Hours returns on July 17, 2025, offering IT professionals a unique opportunity to interface directly with Microsoft’s broad base of product experts, engineers, and servicing specialists. This interactive, chat-based event is scheduled from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PDT and will be hosted...
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Windows Office Hours remains a vital touchpoint for IT professionals seeking direct interaction with Microsoft’s engineering and product teams. Scheduled for July 17, 2025, this live Q&A event offers unprecedented access to experts specializing in Windows management, security, cloud strategies...
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Windows Office Hours, scheduled for July 17, 2025, has emerged as a critical touchpoint for IT professionals looking to navigate the continuously evolving landscape of Windows 11, device management, and the complex intersection of cloud and on-premises technologies. With enterprises still...
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