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Microsoft has acknowledged an issue with Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) that’s blocking organizations from syncing with Microsoft Update. This problem is delaying the deployment of critical Windows updates across enterprise environments that depend on WSUS for patch management. Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is a tool that enables IT administrators to manage the distribution…

One of the most interesting and important things coming in Windows 11 25H2 is the way Microsoft is rethinking how security tools interact with the operating system—especially antivirus and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) software. The current problem: Security tools get deep Windows kernel access Right now, most security tools—think CrowdStrike, Bitdefender, and others—need to…

Microsoft has announced that the hotpatching feature is now available for Windows 11 version 24H2 ARM64 devices. This feature allows security updates to be applied to a system without requiring a reboot. Microsoft introduced hotpatching support for x64 devices with Intel and AMD in April 2025. It works by directly updating the code in a…

Microsoft has released today the July 2025 Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 and Windows 10. This month, Microsoft fixed 130 vulnerabilities in Windows, Office, Azure, Teams, Hyper-V, Windows BitLocker, and other components, and you can also expect the usual bug fixes and quality improvements. Windows 11 has finally become the most popular version of…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of continuous migration assessments for SQL Server enabled by Azure Arc. The company has also rolled out several enhancements to help organizations simplify their cloud migration planning, offer clear cost insights, and deliver greater flexibility. Azure Arc is a service that extends Azure’s management and governance capabilities to infrastructure…

This article explores the fundamentals of Group Policy Preferences, including their advantages over traditional Group Policy, common use cases, and step-by-step configuration guidance. It also addresses the ever-important security angle – we’ll provide additional guidance to ensure a safe and compliant deployment. What are Group Policy Preferences? Group Policy Preferences (GPP) are a powerful tool…

Cloud security is now a top priority for IT leaders, with AI-driven threats surpassing traditional breaches as the main concern. Ekco’s 2025 survey reveals that 81 percent of IT leaders are concerned about cloud infrastructure security. Managed cloud and security services firm Ekco conducted a survey of more than 1,000 IT decision-makers. The researchers found…

Cisco has released a security patch to address a critical vulnerability in its Unified Communications Manager (Unified CM) and Session Management Edition (Unified CM SME). This security flaw could allow remote attackers to gain root access to unpatched systems. Cisco Unified Communications Manager (Unified CM) is a centralized call control platform that enables voice, video,…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of workload orchestration in Azure Arc. This new feature is designed to simplify the deployment and management of Kubernetes-based applications across distributed edge environments. Workload orchestration helps organizations manage and deploy applications consistently across multiple, diverse locations, especially in edge environments like factories, retail stores, or clinics. It solves…

In this episode of First Ring Daily, Brad Sams and Paul Thurrott discuss Meta’s attempt to disrupt the AI race by aggressively hiring the best engineers on the market, as well as the AI-powered code editor Cursor, which is coming to the web and mobile.

Microsoft has acknowledged a new sign-in issue affecting Microsoft Teams-certified Android devices, including Teams Rooms on Android, Teams Phones, Teams Panels, and Teams Displays. The issue is caused by a new Conditional Access policy in Microsoft Entra ID that blocks Device Code Flow (DCF) authentication. Microsoft mentioned that this policy is a part of its…

Microsoft has released a detailed roundup of all the new features and enhancements introduced in Microsoft Entra from April to June 2025. A key highlight is the new Entra Agent ID feature, which allows organizations to better control how agents interact with data, systems, and users Security improvements In November, Microsoft will add support for…