November 10, 2024 at 06:43PM Microsoft is addressing issues with macOS Sequoia causing applications to freeze when opening or saving files in OneDrive. Users are advised to force quit the OpenAndSavePanelService and save files elsewhere. Additionally, the company is investigating another problem related to file discoverability across both Windows and macOS. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more
November 9, 2024 at 03:12PM Microsoft confirmed that recent security updates are disrupting SSH connections on some Windows 11 systems (22H2 and 23H2), affecting enterprise, IOT, and education users. A temporary fix involves adjusting access control list permissions. The company is investigating potential impacts on home and pro editions and plans to release a resolution … Read more
November 4, 2024 at 01:34PM Microsoft’s Windows Server 2025 is now available as of November 1st. Key features include hotpatching, next-gen Active Directory, improved NVMe storage performance, and enhanced security measures. Notable issues such as installation bugs have been identified. Extended support lasts until October 10, 2034, with a free 180-day trial accessible for testing. … Read more
November 4, 2024 at 07:15AM Microsoft acknowledged bugs affecting Windows Server 2025 installations and causing Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) issues for systems with over 256 logical processors. They are working on a fix for the upcoming monthly update. In the meantime, users can limit logical processors to 256 or fewer as a workaround. ### … Read more
November 1, 2024 at 07:25PM Microsoft alerted users about potential 30-minute black screens when logging into Azure Virtual Desktop post the KB5040525 Windows 10 update. Users may also face single sign-on failures with Office apps. This issue stems from a deadlock between Azure Active Directory broker and AppX services, particularly affecting FSLogix user profiles. ### … Read more
October 31, 2024 at 04:10PM Microsoft is addressing a reporting issue in Windows 11, where Task Manager displays zero running apps and processes after the KB5044384 preview update. Although the app remains functional, this issue is linked to the “Group by Type” view. A fix is underway for a future update. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways … Read more
October 31, 2024 at 12:50PM Microsoft is investigating a Windows 11 issue, where Task Manager incorrectly displays zero running apps and processes after the October 2024 update (KB5044384). While the app functions normally, the error occurs only when “Group by Type” view is enabled. A fix is forthcoming. **Meeting Notes Summary: Key Takeaways** 1. **Issue … Read more
October 25, 2024 at 04:29PM APT29, a notorious Russian cyber threat group, has targeted military, government, and private sectors through phishing campaigns. They recently aimed to steal Windows credentials by disguising emails as AWS communications. Experts advise blocking RDP files at email gateways and monitoring outgoing connections to thwart future attacks. **Meeting Takeaways: APT29 Phishing … Read more
October 23, 2024 at 03:35PM A deserialization vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint, CVE-2024-38094, is actively exploited, allowing attackers to inject code remotely. CISA added it to its catalog, urging timely remediation for all organizations. Microsoft previously patched the issue, emphasizing the need for swift action, especially for federal agencies by November 12. ### Meeting Takeaways 1. … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 01:33PM Public exploit code has been released for CVE-2024-43532, a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Remote Registry client that may allow attackers to downgrade authentication security. It affects Windows server versions from 2008 to 2022 and Windows 10/11, enabling potential domain takeover through NTLM authentication relay attacks. A fix has been issued. ### … Read more