Rabia Noureen

Non-compliant devices can bring work to a halt and overwhelm IT teams with avoidable issues. Microsoft’s latest update tackles this head-on with a new one-tap Resolve workflow that streamlines compliance remediation across Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Defender on iOS. Microsoft has added a new Resolve button to Microsoft 365 apps (like Teams or Outlook) on iOS…

A critical flaw in Microsoft’s Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) servers has exposed enterprise networks to potential attackers, allowing them to gain full system control. Security researchers have discovered a sophisticated campaign leveraging this vulnerability to deploy the ShadowPad backdoor. How do attackers use the flaw to deploy ShadowPad? This security flaw (CVE-2025-59287) is a…

Microsoft is officially sunsetting WINS in Windows Server, the legacy name-resolution technology that powered early Windows networks. As Windows Server 2025 becomes its final release, organizations are urged to modernize with DNS-based solutions to improve security and performance. Windows Internet Name Service (WINS) is an older technology designed to resolve NetBIOS names to IP addresses…

Dell Technologies and Microsoft are redefining hybrid cloud with a new integration of Azure Local into Dell’s Private Cloud and PowerStore solutions. This new partnership offers organizations a simpler and more flexible way to integrate on-premises infrastructure with Azure-managed services. Azure Local is a Microsoft solution that brings core Azure services directly into on-premises environments….

Nudge Security has secured $22.5 million in Series A funding as it takes aim at one of cybersecurity’s fastest-growing challenges, which is protecting today’s AI-enabled, SaaS-driven workforce. With rapid revenue growth, the Austin-based cybersecurity startup is enhancing how organizations protect their expanding digital ecosystems. In a press release, the Austin-based cybersecurity startup mentioned that this…

Microsoft has launched a REST-based “Admin API” in public preview this week. It’s designed to help organizations move away from Exchange Web Services (EWS), which will be deprecated next year. Microsoft plans to retire Exchange Web Services (EWS) from Exchange Online in October 2026. However, many organizations rely on EWS for certain administrative tasks. To…

Devolution is enhancing secure remote access management with the launch of its AI-powered Model Context Protocol (MCP) server in Remote Desktop Manager. This release allows administrators to streamline operations without compromising governance and exposing sensitive credentials. The MCP Server (Model Context Protocol Server) is a secure automation layer designed to connect AI assistants with Remote…

Microsoft has announced major updates for Microsoft Foundry. These new capabilities are designed to streamline the creation, deployment, and management of AI agents across enterprise environments by centralizing observability, security, and development workflows. First off, Microsoft has launched Foundry IQ in public preview, which is a managed knowledge system that lets AI agents access and…

Microsoft is modernizing identity management for the AI age with the public preview of Entra Agent ID. The capability offers organizations deeper visibility and full lifecycle oversight of AI agents to reduce risk and strengthen governance. Microsoft first announced the initial preview of its Entra Agent ID in May 2025. However, most companies didn’t realize…

During its Ignite 2025 keynote, Microsoft announced new Windows Recovery tools to help IT teams minimize downtime and simplify remediation. Key among them are updates to Quick Machine Recovery (QMR), WinRE networking support, and Autopatch QMR management. Earlier this year, Microsoft released a new Quick Machine Recovery (QMR) tool that enables organizations to recover from…

Microsoft is strengthening Windows security and resilience to help organizations mitigate risks and prepare for an AI-driven future. These updates align with the Secure Future Initiative and emphasize trust, privacy, and enterprise-grade controls. Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) APIs in Windows provide encryption algorithms designed to withstand future quantum attacks that could break traditional cryptography. These APIs…

At its Ignite 2025 this morning, Microsoft announced new features to help users access and manage AI agents on Windows 11. One of these updates is a new Ask Copilot on the taskbar experience that provides quick access to Microsoft 365 Copilot, agents, and Windows Search. With one-click access from the taskbar, users can leverage…