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
November 20, 2024 at 11:52AM Microsoft identified a bug in Windows 24H2 that leads to game audio unexpectedly increasing to full volume when using USB DAC sound systems. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Issue Identified**: Microsoft has acknowledged a bug in Windows 24H2. 2. **Impact**: The bug leads to game audio unexpectedly increasing to full volume when … Read more
November 20, 2024 at 07:34AM Microsoft has announced a Windows Resiliency Initiative to enhance security and reliability, introducing features like Quick Machine Recovery and user-mode security tools. Updates include a hardware-backed security baseline, administrator protection, personal data encryption, and a bug bounty expansion. These developments align with the Secure Future Initiative launched in November 2023. … Read more
November 19, 2024 at 12:40PM Microsoft has announced the preview availability of hotpatching for Windows 365 and Windows 11 Enterprise 24H2 client devices. This feature allows for updates to be applied without requiring a system reboot, enhancing efficiency and performance for users. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Announcement**: Microsoft has announced the preview availability of hotpatching. 2. … Read more
November 15, 2024 at 10:23AM Microsoft has temporarily halted the November 2024 Exchange security updates due to email delivery problems on servers employing custom mail flow rules, as identified during this month’s Patch Tuesday. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. Microsoft has paused the scheduled security updates for Exchange set for November 2024. 2. The pause is … Read more
November 13, 2024 at 12:42PM Microsoft has addressed significant issues affecting Windows 11 24H2 and Windows Server 2025 in its KB5046617 security update. This includes fixing a Task Manager reporting error and resolving installation delays on certain hardware. The update also mitigates upgrade issues for Windows Server, improving overall system functionality for users. **Meeting Takeaways:** … Read more
November 13, 2024 at 07:15AM Microsoft’s November 2024 Patch Tuesday addressed 90 security flaws, including two actively exploited vulnerabilities in Windows NTLM and Task Scheduler. Notably, CVE-2024-43451 affects NTLMv2 hash disclosure, while CVE-2024-49039 allows privilege escalation. The update also highlights critical vulnerabilities in Azure CycleCloud and .NET, alongside adopting CSAF for improved vulnerability reporting. **Meeting … Read more
November 12, 2024 at 06:38PM Microsoft has resolved various bugs affecting Windows Server 2025 installations and upgrades, particularly on devices with high core counts. Issues included failed installations, prolonged boot times, and BSOD errors. Users are advised to install the November 2024 update (KB5046617) and follow temporary workarounds to limit logical processors if needed. ### … Read more
November 12, 2024 at 05:45PM Microsoft’s November security update addresses 89 vulnerabilities, including four zero-day bugs actively exploited by attackers. Among these, CVE-2024-43451 allows unauthorized access to NTLMv2 hashes, while CVE-2024-49039 enables privilege escalation. Microsoft also adopted the Common Security Advisory Framework (CSAF) to improve vulnerability disclosure. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. **Vulnerability Update**: – Microsoft … Read more
November 12, 2024 at 04:47PM Microsoft revealed a critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-49040) in Exchange Server 2016 and 2019, allowing email spoofing by forging legitimate senders. Discovered by Vsevolod Kokorin, the flaw leads to exploitation risks. Microsoft has released updates for detection and added warning banners for suspicious emails, urging users to maintain security features. ### Meeting … Read more