Cloud Security
The latest Cloud Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Varonis-Microsoft Deal Shields AI Data from Overexposure and Compliance Risks
As artificial intelligence reshapes enterprise workflows, the partnership between Varonis Systems and Microsoft emerges as a critical safeguard for sensitive data. This collaboration integrates...
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Boosts Email Bomb Protection with AI-Powered Detection
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 has taken a major step forward in combating email bombing attacks with its newly enhanced detection and mitigation capabilities. This critical security update...
Maximizing Microsoft 365: Why Business Training is Key to Digital Mastery
Microsoft 365 has become the backbone of modern business operations, yet many organizations fail to unlock its full potential. While 87% of enterprises now use Microsoft 365 according to recent...
Microsoft Azure AD Graph API set to go dark in 2025; full migration roadmap released
Microsoft's Azure AD Graph API, once a cornerstone of identity management in the Microsoft ecosystem, is officially set for retirement in 2025. This pivotal change marks the end of an era for...
Microsoft Defender AI slashes email bombing detection from hours to minutes, cutting false positives in early enterprise tests.
Email security has never been more critical as cybercriminals deploy increasingly sophisticated tactics to bypass traditional defenses. Microsoft Defender's new email bombing detection capability...
Microsoft 365 Direct Send Exploited for Advanced Phishing Attacks in 2025
Microsoft 365's Direct Send feature, designed to simplify email delivery for businesses, has become an unexpected weapon in the hands of cybercriminals. Security researchers have identified a surge...
Microsoft Sovereign Cloud Strategies: Balancing Data Control & Global Compliance
As geopolitical tensions reshape digital landscapes, Microsoft's sovereign cloud initiatives have emerged as critical infrastructure for governments and enterprises navigating complex data control...
Cumbria Councils' £10.5M Microsoft Cloud Deal: Digital Transformation or Costly Gamble?
Cumberland and Westmorland Councils are poised to make a pivotal decision on a three-year Microsoft Enterprise and Server Cloud Agreement, a contract that could cost taxpayers up to £10.5 million....
Synology Active Backup for Microsoft 365 Vulnerability: Risks and Mitigation
A critical security flaw in Synology's Active Backup for Microsoft 365 (ABM) has been uncovered, potentially exposing sensitive tenant data to unauthorized access. The vulnerability, tracked as...
Patched CVE-2025-4679 in Synology ABM Exposed 50K+ Firms to OAuth Bypass
A recently discovered vulnerability in Synology’s Active Backup for Microsoft 365 (ABM) has sent shockwaves through the IT security community, exposing critical risks in SaaS backup solutions....
New Microsoft 365 SMTP Relay Exploit Bypasses DKIM—8-Step Defense Guide
Microsoft 365 has become the backbone of enterprise communication, but its security isn't foolproof—especially when it comes to direct send email phishing attacks. These sophisticated threats...
Microsoft & Antigen Security Slash Cyber Insurance Costs by 60% - Here's How
Microsoft and Antigen Security have announced a groundbreaking partnership aimed at reducing cyber insurance premiums by up to 60% for enterprises using their combined security solutions. This...