Rabia Noureen

Microsoft has proposed a set of commitments to the European Commission aimed at resolving concerns over the bundling of Teams in its Microsoft 365 and Office 365 suites. These commitments are now open for public feedback as part of the Commission’s ongoing competition investigation. Slack’s 2020 complaint sparked regulatory action In 2020, Slack filed an…

As cloud adoption accelerates, many organizations are discovering that the journey is filled with unexpected hurdles and frustrations. In response, Gartner has identified six key trends that will shape the future of cloud computing over the next four years. “These trends are accelerating the shift in how cloud transforms from a technology enabler to a…

Microsoft has rolled out automated remediation support for its Automated Investigation and Response (AIR) in Defender for Office 365. This new security feature can now take AI-driven action against detected threats to eliminate the need for manual intervention from security teams. What is Automated Investigation and Response (AIR)? Automated Investigation and Response (AIR) is a…

Security is becoming a key factor in purchasing decisions, particularly across Europe, where it’s now seen as a competitive differentiator. At the same time, responsibility for security is shifting from centralized teams to developers and product groups, which reflects the growing influence of DevSecOps. According to the Checkmarx’ annual report, this survey was conducted based…

Microsoft has announced the public preview of file attachment support in Case Management, a new feature that lets administrators seamlessly upload and organize essential documents directly within a case. This enhancement streamlines investigations by keeping all relevant evidence in one secure, centralized location. Microsoft Defender Case Management is a built-in feature that allows security teams…

Microsoft has rolled out the May 2025 Patch Tuesday updates, delivering not only the routine security fixes but also several notable quality enhancements for Windows 11 and Windows 10. This month’s release includes an impressive 74 patches addressing vulnerabilities across Windows and its components, Office, Azure, Remote Desktop Gateway Service, Microsoft Defender, and more. On…

Microsoft has announced it will continue supporting Microsoft 365 apps on Windows 10 through October 2028, offering users a longer transition period. The company detailed in a support document that Microsoft 365 subscribers will keep receiving security updates for these apps until October 10, 2028. After October 14, customers with an active Microsoft 365 subscription…

Microsoft has detailed some important updates for the High Volume Email (HVE) service that launched in public preview in July 2024. The company will extend support for basic authentication in HVE until September 2028, offering organizations more time to modernize their systems. Microsoft has removed basic authentication support for email connectivity protocols to enhance security…

Cisco’s latest research reveals that most organizations are ill-equipped to handle today’s growing cyberthreats. According to the 2025 Cisco Cybersecurity Readiness Index, only 4 percent of organizations have achieved a “Mature” level of cybersecurity preparedness capable of withstanding modern cyberattacks. Cisco’s research study is based on a survey of 8,000 private sector security and business…

Microsoft has launched a unified security summary in its Defender portal, aimed at simplifying how administrators track and report security progress. This comprehensive report delivers actionable insights into an organization’s overall security posture, making it easier to communicate risks and achievements. “Security operations center (SOC) teams can easily showcase their security achievements and the impact…

Microsoft has rolled out Exchange Web Services (EWS) usage reports in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center, giving administrators valuable insights into EWS activity across their organization. This new feature is aimed at helping IT teams monitor usage patterns and strategically reduce reliance on the soon-to-be-retired EWS platform. Exchange Web Services (EWS) is an API that…

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a surge in callback phishing attacks, where hackers are targeting legal, financial, and accounting firms across the U.S. The ultimate goal of these attacks is to steal sensitive data and extort millions in ransom from the victims. How does the callback phishing scam work? According to a new report by EclecticIQ…