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As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated and IT environments become more complex, security teams face mounting pressure to stay one step ahead. In response, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Australian Cyber Security Centre have released new guidance to help organizations effectively deploy SIEM and SOAR platforms, critical tools for centralizing data,…

Microsoft’s latest Patch Tuesday update is causing major headaches for IT admins, especially those managing virtual environments, by failing to install and forcing Windows 11 systems into recovery mode with critical errors. Microsoft has confirmed the issue with this update and is urging admins to delay installation until a fix is released. According to Microsoft,…

Microsoft Intune’s latest updates offer organizations enhanced oversight and protection with smarter access controls, deeper device insights, and broader platform support. With features like multiple admin approvals and improved remote help for corporate devices, this release strengthens both security and operational efficiency. Multiple administrative approval (MAA) First of all, Microsoft has introduced a new feature…

Microsoft announced Administrator Protection for Windows 11 at its Build 2025 conference. Administrator Protection will affect how developers create applications for Windows 11. What is Windows Administrator Protection? Windows 11 Administrator Protection provides local administrators with more protection without putting limitations on functionality they might need to get their jobs done. Microsoft revealed in its…

Microsoft will soon allow app developers to update any third-party application via Windows Update. The new Windows Update orchestration platform, now in private preview, promises centralized control, intelligent scheduling, and deeper visibility into update performance. Windows Update is primarily responsible for keeping the main components of the Windows operating system (like the kernel, system libraries,…

Microsoft has rolled out Granular RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) in public preview for Azure Monitor Log Analytics. This new feature provides organizations with precise, row-level control over log data within a shared Log Analytics workspace. Azure Monitor Logs is a feature that collects and stores log and performance data from various sources, including Azure resources,…

Microsoft has launched a new Windows Backup tool in public preview, tailored specifically for businesses. This enterprise-focused solution allows administrators to seamlessly back up and restore user settings across Windows 10 and Windows 11 devices, ensuring smoother transitions and minimal disruptions. Key benefits of the new Windows Backup feature Microsoft first introduced the Windows Backup…

Microsoft has released a new out-of-band update (KB5061906) to fix a critical issue that was causing certain Hyper-V virtual machines running Windows Server 2022 to freeze or reboot unexpectedly. According to the Windows release health dashboard, the problem specifically impacts Azure Confidential Virtual Machines. Azure Confidential Virtual Machines (VMs) are a specialized offering that enhances…

Microsoft is preparing to release a significant update to the Get-FederationInformation cmdlet in Exchange Online next month, designed to enhance security across tenant environments. This enhancement will help organizations minimize the exposure of domain names to unauthorized users, reducing the risk of data leakage and targeted attacks. In Exchange Online, the Get-FederationInformation cmdlet is used…

High Availability (HA) was introduced in Exchange 2010 and since then has become the mainstay of message continuity in organizations. A high availability setup relies on Database Availability Groups (DAG) as a critical component to deploy a “highly available” messaging service and mailbox database across multiple Active Directory (AD) sites for resilience. What is a…

Organizations face security tool sprawl as CISOs look to optimize costs with tool rationalization but Security and IT leaders are left without control over investments or executive backing. Gigamon surveyed a diverse group of over 1,000 security and IT leaders across Australia, France, Germany, Singapore, the UK, and the US. The researchers found 46% of…

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a critical privilege escalation vulnerability in Windows Server 2025 that could allow attackers to take over any Active Directory (AD) user. The flaw lies in the delegated Managed Service Account (dMSA) feature, turning a security enhancement into a potential gateway for compromise. How does the dMSA Feature work in Windows Server…