Rabia Noureen

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered that the Qilin ransomware group has created a Linux-based variant capable of infecting Windows systems. This cross-platform capability enables attackers to evade traditional Windows-focused security tools and poses a new level of threat to enterprise networks. According to new research from Trend Micro, the Agenda ransomware group (also known as Qilin)…

Global IT spending is projected to reach $6.08 trillion in 2026. This is the first time IT spending will exceed the $6 trillion mark as businesses ramp up investments in AI-powered infrastructure and software. According to new research from Gartner, global IT spending is expected to rise by 9.8% in 2026 compared to 2025. This…

Microsoft has issued a warning that cybercriminals are increasingly zeroing in on Azure Blob Storage, turning misconfigurations and automation flaws into gateways for intrusion. Hackers are exploiting these weak points to infiltrate cloud environments and steal sensitive data on a massive scale. Azure Blob Storage is a cloud-based service provided by Microsoft Azure that allows…

Microsoft has issued an out-of-band update for Windows Server to fix a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-59287, poses a significant threat to organizations relying on WSUS for managing updates across enterprise networks. Critical WSUS vulnerability puts Windows Servers at risk According to Microsoft,…

Microsoft is getting ready to expand the passkey (FIDO2) authentication methods policy in Microsoft Entra ID next month. The upcoming public preview will introduce support for passkey profiles that enable granular, group-based authentication controls across organizations. Currently, Microsoft Entra ID allows administrators to manage passkey authentication settings at the tenant-wide level. This means that the…

Microsoft has announced that Office Online Server will reach end of support deadline on December 31, 2026. After this date, the company will no longer provide security updates, bug fixes, or technical support for the platform. According to Microsoft, this change will help to focus on cloud-first solutions like Microsoft 365. This means that systems…

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 update to resolve a bug that disabled mouse and keyboard inputs within the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE). The issue stemmed from the recent October 11 security update (KB5066835), which left users unable to navigate recovery tools. Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) is a built-in toolset in Windows that helps…

Cybersecurity officials are sounding the alarm as CISA flags a critical Windows SMB client flaw that hackers are actively exploiting. The vulnerability, which allows attackers to gain system-level control, underscores the urgent need for organizations to patch their systems before it’s too late. The Windows SMB (Server Message Block) client is a network protocol component…

Cayosoft has launched Guardian Protector, a free, always-on threat detection tool built to secure Microsoft Active Directory (AD) and Entra ID. This tool offers real-time alerts and unlimited monitoring, and it allows IT teams to detect and stop identity-based attacks proactively, without straining their budgets. Specifically, Cayosoft highlighted the growing vulnerability of hybrid identity systems…

Microsoft has found that over half of all cyberattacks are now fueled by extortion and ransomware. As AI-powered threats surge and supply chain risks escalate, organizations can no longer rely on outdated defenses to stay secure. According to the sixth annual Digital Defense Report, Microsoft mentioned that it processes 100 trillion security signals daily, blocks…

The global PC industry is showing strong signs of recovery, with shipments rising 8% in the third quarter of 2025. This growth comes as the market shifts toward AI-powered PCs, which indicates a broader push to accelerate the adoption of next-generation computing technologies. According to a new report from Gartner, over 69 million personal computers…

Microsoft has launched Ephemeral OS Disk support in public preview for Azure Virtual Desktop. This new feature is part of its Enhanced Host Pool Management initiative aimed at streamlining deployment and boosting performance. An Ephemeral OS Disk stores the operating system directly on the VM’s local storage rather than in Azure-managed storage. This setup is…