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Microsoft has indefinitely postponed the retirement of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) driver synchronization following customer feedback. The company announced yesterday that it will continue supporting the feature to help ease concerns around update management disruptions. Microsoft first announced plans to deprecate WSUS driver synchronization back in June 2024. This service allows administrators to manage…

Microsoft is set to roll out stricter security measures for high-volume email senders in Outlook, targeting domains that send over 5,000 messages daily. The new rules aim to boost email authentication and crack down on spam, spoofing, and phishing threats. What are the new email security requirements coming to Microsoft Outlook? Starting on May 5,…

Microsoft has announced a price hike for its on-premises server products starting July 2025, which will impact organizations that continue to use traditional infrastructure. The increase will affect key offerings like Exchange Server SE, Skype for Business SE, and SharePoint Server. Microsoft is raising the prices of its on-premises server products to support ongoing maintenance,…

Microsoft has launched its new Case Management service for commercial customers, providing a seamless way to handle SecOps cases directly within the Microsoft Defender portal. This integrated platform is designed to streamline case tracking, enhances collaboration, and eliminates the need for external ticketing systems. Microsoft highlighted that security teams often struggle with third-party tools that…

Microsoft has announced that hotpatch updates are available for Windows 11 Enterprise version 24H2 PCs with Intel and AMD processors. This feature enables users to apply OS security patches in the background, eliminating the need for device reboots. How does the hotpatch feature work? According to Microsoft, hotpatch updates follow the same ring deployment schedule…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of Windows 365 Link that launched in public preview in November 2024. This device is currently available for customers based in Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Windows 365 Link is the first Cloud PC hardware device that allows users to connect…

Cybercriminals are getting smarter, and their latest attack leverages Microsoft Teams and remote access tools to infiltrate enterprise networks. Discovered by Ontinue researchers, this multi-stage cyberattack uses social engineering and stealthy techniques to bypass security defenses, making it a serious threat to organizations worldwide. How cybercriminals exploit Microsoft Teams for network infiltration According to a…

Microsoft announced today that it’s rebranding the Windows Update for Business service to Windows Update Client Policies, emphasizing its broader applicability beyond just businesses. Despite the rebranding, Microsoft assures customers that all functionalities, features, and license entitlements will remain unchanged. “Windows Update has always been a powerful tool for enterprise, but the new name reflects…

Microsoft has published a recap of all the new capabilities added to its Microsoft Intune during the month of March 2025. From seamless Apple device management to enhanced Windows 365 Frontline and Samsung Knox security, IT admins now have new tools to simplify and secure enterprise device management. Apple’s Declarative Device Management (DDM) has introduced…

Microsoft has released a couple of new capabilities for its Defender for Endpoint solution. The latest update brings enhancements to the open Wi-Fi detection capabilities for enterprise customers. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint improves security by detecting when a device connects to an unsecured Wi-Fi network. It generates an informational alert in the Defender portal to…

Microsoft is testing a new Quick Machine Recovery tool for Windows 11, designed to remotely restore devices that fail to boot. This feature allows IT administrators to recover Windows systems, reducing downtime and ensuring seamless operations. Microsoft first announced the Quick Machine Recover tool last year as part of its Windows Resiliency Initiative. This initiative…

Microsoft has acknowledged a new issue causing Remote Desktop sessions to freeze under specific conditions on Windows Server 2025 machines. The company detailed on the Windows Release Health Dashboard that this problem stems from a security update released on February 11. Remote desktop sessions allow users to access and control a computer from a different…