April 15, 2024 at 07:45AM Microsoft has removed the compatibility hold on Windows 11 updates for systems with Intel Smart Sound Technology (SST) audio drivers and Intel 11th Gen Core processors. The issue was resolved by updating to Intel SST driver versions 10.30.00.5714 or 10.29.00.5714. Admins can deploy new drivers via Windows Update for Business, … Read more
April 12, 2024 at 10:41AM CISA warns of Russian spies’ theft of sensitive data from Microsoft’s email system, prompting an Emergency Directive for affected agencies to analyze exfiltrated emails, reset compromised credentials, and enhance security. Microsoft and CISA collaborate to provide metadata on the exfiltrated emails. Security experts criticize Microsoft’s security practices and disclosure approach. … Read more
April 12, 2024 at 12:45AM The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued emergency directive 24-02, urging federal agencies to look for signs of compromise and take preventive measures after the recent Microsoft system compromise by the Russian group Midnight Blizzard. The directive emphasizes analyzing exfiltrated emails, resetting compromised credentials, and applying stringent security … Read more
April 5, 2024 at 06:33PM Microsoft has reported that recent Windows 10 updates are causing issues with Microsoft Connected Cache (MCC) node discovery on enterprise networks. This problem affects systems running Windows 10 21H2 and 22H2 configured to find MCC endpoints using DHCP Option 235. Microsoft is working on a solution, and temporary workarounds are … Read more
April 4, 2024 at 03:15PM Microsoft has resolved an issue causing incorrect security alerts in Outlook when opening .ICS calendar files. This stems from the December 2023 security updates, patching a vulnerability allowing attackers to steal NTLM hashes. The fix will be included in Microsoft 365 Version 2404 Build 17531.20000 in the Beta Channel and … Read more
April 3, 2024 at 11:57AM The U.S. Cyber Safety Review Board criticized Microsoft for security lapses leading to breaches in Europe and the U.S. The DHS found the breach preventable and faulted Microsoft for operational and strategic decisions. The breach occurred due to a validation error in Microsoft’s source code. Recommendations include modern control mechanisms … Read more
April 1, 2024 at 06:39PM US House of Representatives staff are temporarily barred from using Microsoft’s Copilot chatbot and AI tools due to data security concerns. The decision aligns with previous restrictions on similar AI tools. The House is awaiting a government-specific version of Copilot with enhanced security features, addressing fears of data leaks to … Read more
April 1, 2024 at 06:26PM Microsoft introduces new tools to safeguard Azure AI from threats like prompt injection, while empowering developers to enhance the resilience of generative AI applications against model and content manipulation attacks. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaways are: 1. Microsoft has added tools to protect Azure AI from threats … Read more
April 1, 2024 at 05:36PM A Microsoft developer’s timely detection of the malware prevented a potentially more severe outcome. It seems like the key takeaway from the meeting notes is that the Microsoft developer’s timely action in spotting the malware prevented a potentially much worse outcome. Full Article
March 27, 2024 at 04:49PM Microsoft has extended the availability of non-security preview updates for Windows 11 22H2 Home and Pro editions until June 26, 2024, with the original date being shifted from February 27, 2024, to accommodate user feedback. End-of-servicing remains unchanged for versions, with Home and Pro editions ending support on October 8, … Read more