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Update 22 July 2026, 9:00 AM PT: Microsoft has released an out-of-band update to fix the incompatibility issue on certain Dell models. This patch is available for Windows 11 version 25H2 and 24H2 (KB5121767) and for eligible Windows 11 Enterprise devices enrolled in hotpatching (KB5121768). Microsoft has identified a compatibility issue affecting some Dell PCs after…

Microsoft has launched Defender Experts Threat Intelligence, a new expert-led service that delivers personalized, actionable threat intelligence to help organizations stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. The company has also integrated Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence capabilities directly into the Defender portal. According to Microsoft, security teams have access to vast amounts of data but lack…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of SQL Server migrations to Azure Virtual Machines through Azure Arc. This new feature simplifies the migration of on-premises SQL Server workloads to Microsoft Azure by bringing the entire migration process into a single, integrated experience. Many organizations want to move their SQL Server workloads to Microsoft Azure. However,…

Microsoft has released the July 2026 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 versions 26H1, 26H2, and 24H2. This month, the company has fixed 621 vulnerabilities in Windows, Office, Microsoft Edge, Azure, Github Copilot, Defender, Exchange Server, and Hyper-V. As pointed out by the Zero Day Initiative, Microsoft’s July 2026 Patch Tuesday is “The Mother of…

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has warned that organizations may be unintentionally handing over valuable institutional knowledge to AI providers. He says every interaction with AI systems could reveal proprietary expertise, which makes it increasingly important for businesses to safeguard their intellectual property. According to Nadella, businesses do not just pay AI providers financially. To get…

Quick answer: the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool is a built-in Windows tool for checking RAM for possible memory errors. Run it if a PC is repeatedly crashing, freezing, restarting unexpectedly, or showing blue screen errors. If it reports memory errors, treat the result seriously. If it reports no errors, do not assume RAM is definitely…

Microsoft is making a major change to Microsoft Entra ID authentication by introducing passkeys as the default sign-in method for customers starting in September. The move marks another step toward passwordless authentication to help organizations strengthen defenses against modern credential theft and phishing attacks. Passkeys have become increasingly important because cybercriminals are using more sophisticated…

Microsoft has released an update to address a zero-day RoguePlanet vulnerability in Microsoft Defender. This security flaw, CVE-2026-50656, can be exploited by hackers to gain full access to the victim’s computer. In June, Nightmare Eclipse first discovered this flaw and published technical details along with proof-of-concept exploit code. This researcher has been involved in an…

Microsoft is adding Cross-Tenant Message Recall to Exchange Online, allowing organizations to recall mistakenly sent emails across trusted Microsoft 365 tenants. The new capability extends one of Exchange Online’s most requested features while giving IT administrators full control over which external organizations can participate. In 2023, Microsoft released the cloud-based Message Recall feature for Exchange…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of Microsoft Entra Backup and Recovery for commercial customers following its public preview launch in March. This new service is designed to protect critical data from accidental errors and cyber threats. Organisations rely heavily on identity systems like Microsoft Entra ID to manage access and security. However, they often…

As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, Microsoft is strengthening its Windows vulnerability management strategy to detect security flaws earlier, accelerate remediation, and better protect customers. The company is expanding its use of AI-powered tools and engineering innovations to deliver faster, higher-quality security updates without compromising reliability. Microsoft explained today how it’s adapting Windows security practices…

As AI enables cybercriminals to identify and exploit vulnerabilities faster than ever, traditional patching timelines are becoming increasingly risky. Microsoft is urging IT administrators to accelerate update deployment and adopt more proactive patch management practices to reduce exposure to emerging threats. According to Microsoft, artificial intelligence is accelerating the pace at which cybercriminals can find…