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Microsoft has released security updates to fix a high-severity remote code execution vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint Server that could allow attackers to compromise vulnerable servers. This flaw could be exploited by attackers with only minimal access privileges, potentially enabling malicious code execution without requiring administrator rights. CVE‑2026‑45659 is a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability that…

Microsoft has enhanced Windows Autopatch with a new Secure Boot status report that improves visibility into device readiness for certificate updates. The update enables IT teams to move beyond policy-based checks and make more informed, data-driven rollout decisions. Secure Boot is a security feature that ensures a device starts only with trusted, digitally signed software,…

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a warning about a new Phishing-as-a-Service platform called Kali365, which is designed to compromise Microsoft 365 accounts. This cybercrime tool enables attackers to bypass traditional security protections and gain persistent access to accounts without raising suspicion. Phishing‑as‑a‑Service (PhaaS) is an emerging cybercrime model in which ready‑made phishing…

A routine software update has escalated into a serious disruption for some HP laptop owners. Following recent BIOS firmware updates, customers are reporting system slowdowns, crashes, and blue screen errors across several high‑end models. Specifically, HP is investigating widespread complaints that certain BIOS updates are causing critical failures in premium business laptops. In some cases,…

A China-linked cyber-espionage group called Webworm is intensifying attacks against European government organizations by abusing trusted platforms and unconventional command-and-control techniques to hide in plain sight. This group blends malicious operations with legitimate cloud services and stealthy proxy networks to infiltrate, evade detection, and maintain long-term access to high-value systems. According to security vendor ESET,…

If your Windows PCs or servers are running low on storage and you cannot tell what is actually consuming the space, WinDirStat is one of the easiest tools to use. It scans a drive or folder and shows the results as a directory list, file type breakdown, and visual treemap, making it easier to spot…

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss the latest Intel-powered Surface for Business from Microsoft and the company’s ongoing work to improve the core fundamentals of Windows 11.

Microsoft has detailed the recent security enhancements designed to give organizations stronger oversight, management, and defense across increasingly complex digital environments. These updates help ensure that data, applications, and operations remain secure and well‑governed across the entire ecosystem. First off, Microsoft has launched a new Claude Compliance API for Microsoft Purview. This new integration allows…

Microsoft has disrupted a cybercrime network by seizing its websites and shutting down hundreds of virtual machines used to issue fake code‑signing certificates. These certificates helped ransomware groups disguise malicious programs as legitimate software, which allowed large‑scale infections, even affecting some of Microsoft’s own systems. The cybercrime operation known as Fox Tempest has been active…

Cybersecurity is rapidly rising on the agenda of small and medium‑sized businesses, but growing reliance on AI is exposing critical weaknesses in how well they’re actually protected. Many firms remain unprepared for evolving threats despite increased investment and awareness. IDC conducted a survey that included responses from 2,210 small and medium‑sized businesses across eight countries:…

AI systems are rapidly evolving from simple chat tools into powerful agents that can take real-world actions, which raises new and urgent safety challenges. In response, Microsoft has launched two open‑source tools designed to help developers build smarter, safer AI systems from the ground up. According to Microsoft, modern AI agents are no longer limited…

AD site topology is the way Active Directory (AD) models your physical network using sites, subnets, and site links. It helps clients find nearby domain controllers and helps replication follow efficient network paths. But the most common Active Directory performance problems are caused by bad site topology, not AD itself. In many environments, administrators spend…