December 9, 2024 at 03:36PM Microsoft has partially removed the compatibility hold on the Windows 24H2 update for systems with certain Ubisoft games, following bug fixes by Ubisoft that addressed crashes, freezes, and audio issues. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Microsoft Update:** A compatibility hold on the Windows 24H2 update has been partially lifted. 2. **Affected Systems:** … Read more
November 25, 2024 at 05:03PM Microsoft has introduced a solution to address a bug hindering app uninstalls or updates on Windows 10. This fix is available for users who prefer not to install the latest preview update released this month. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Issue**: There is a bug on Windows 10 that prevents users from … Read more
November 22, 2024 at 05:37PM Microsoft has introduced the KB5046714 Preview cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2, featuring six bug fixes. Notably, it addresses an issue that hindered users from uninstalling or updating packaged applications. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** – Microsoft has released an optional cumulative update **KB5046714** for Windows 10 **22H2**. – This update is … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 04:52PM Microsoft has released the optional KB5045594 preview cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2, addressing multi-function printer issues and introducing a new Start Menu design. This update includes eight bug fixes and allows users to test upcoming features before the next mandatory Patch Tuesday. Users can manually download it via Windows … Read more
August 22, 2024 at 11:22AM Google released a new emergency security update for Chrome to patch a zero-day vulnerability exploited in attacks. The high-severity CVE-2024-7971 vulnerability in Chrome’s V8 JavaScript engine was reported by Microsoft researchers. The update (128.0.6613.84/.85) will be automatically rolled out to users, and manual updates can be initiated through the Chrome … Read more
July 9, 2024 at 02:14PM Microsoft released the KB5040427 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and 22H2, containing 13 changes and mandatory security updates. Users can manually install through Windows Update or schedule the installation. Notably, it includes Microsoft Copilot behaving like an app, addressing various issues, and introducing new improvements, while also resolving some … Read more
June 26, 2024 at 10:36AM The June 2024 optional Windows 10 update, KB5039299, for version 22H2 is now available, with nine bug fixes and changes. Not adding new features, it improves system resuming from hibernate, MSIX package functionality, mobile device management, Direct Composition issues, and more. Also, known issues still being addressed, including problems changing … Read more
June 11, 2024 at 03:32PM Microsoft released Windows Server 2022 KB5039227 and Windows Server 2019 KB5039217 updates as part of June 2024 Patch Tuesday, fixing 51 vulnerabilities. The latter resolves LSASS process crashes and memory leaks, with no known issues, while the former fixes additional bugs including SMB over QUIC issues and Outlook search problems, … Read more
May 14, 2024 at 02:01PM Microsoft released KB5037768 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and 22H2, containing new features and improvements. It addresses VPN connectivity issues, enhances account notifications, and improves Widgets on the lock screen. However, it also introduces known issues, including problems with Copilot and Microsoft Connected Cache. The update is available via … Read more
November 21, 2023 at 07:03AM Microsoft has paid out $63 million in rewards to security researchers participating in its bug bounty programs. The company now runs 17 bug bounty programs, with rewards reaching up to $250,000 for high-impact bugs. Thousands of researchers from 70 countries are involved, including students, academics, and cybersecurity professionals. Microsoft states … Read more