Cve 2026 46331
The latest Cve 2026 46331 coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Systemd 261 Lands Cloud IMDS Broker, Measured Boot, and Live Kexec Handover
Systemd 261 introduces a cloud IMDS broker, TPM-backed measured boot, live kexec handover for near-instant reboots, boot-loader safeguards, and significant networkd/resolved improvements. The release tightens security for cloud instances, brings Linux closer to Windows' BitLocker integrity model, and speeds server recovery. Windows enthusiasts using WSL2 or managing hybrid fleets will see direct impacts on DNS security and metadata access patterns.
Microsoft Confirms Recycle Bin UI Bug and BSODs in Latest Windows Update
The June 9, 2026 Windows security update causes the Recycle Bin to show internal $R filenames instead of original file names. Additionally, users report OneDrive sync failures, File Explorer crashes, and BSODs. Microsoft has confirmed the Recycle Bin bug and provided workarounds, but a full fix is pending.
Linux Kernel Patches CVE-2026-46331: net/sched pedit Bug Could Corrupt Page Cache
A newly disclosed Linux kernel vulnerability, CVE-2026-46331, in the net/sched pedit action allows page cache corruption due to improper copy-on-write handling. The bug can lead to system instability, memory disclosure, or privilege escalation. Users are urged to patch immediately or disable the pedit action as a workaround.
How Montague Ditched a 1990s PICK ERP for Microsoft Dynamics 365, Azure, and Power Platform
Montague Company replaced its 1990s PICK ERP with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, leveraging Azure and Power Platform to achieve real-time manufacturing insights, automated workflows, and enhanced cloud security. The migration cut order-to-ship lead times by 40% and laid the groundwork for IoT and AI expansion.
Microsoft to IT Admins: Pilot Google Sign-In in Edge Narrowly Before July 2026 Rollout
Microsoft will release Edge policies in July 2026 allowing IT admins to control Google account sign‑in. The company strongly advises organizations to pilot the feature narrowly, permitting it only for user groups where a Google identity demonstrably improves adoption, while keeping sync and profile creation tightly restrained.
Don’t Just Swap winsqlite3.dll: How to Properly Remediate CVE-2025-6965 on Windows
CVE-2025-6965 is a critical SQLite vulnerability fixed in version 3.50.2, but applying the patch on Windows is not a simple DLL replacement. The SQLite library can exist in three forms—OS-managed, app-bundled, or statically linked—each requiring a different approach to remediation. This article outlines a systematic inventory, classification, and patching workflow to avoid system instability and ensure full protection.
Office 2021’s Last Patch Arrives October 2026: Is It Time to Jump Ship?
Microsoft Office 2021 will stop receiving security updates on October 13, 2026, ending its support lifecycle. This article explores the implications, upgrade paths to Office 2024 or Microsoft 365, and security hardening measures for those who choose to stay on the unsupported suite. Organizations must act now to avoid exposure to cyber risks.
Samsung Galaxy Phones Not Displaying Vital Google Component Updates, Raises Security Fears
Samsung Galaxy phone users report that critical updates for Android System SafetyCore, WebView, and Google Play Services are not appearing despite being released on June 19, 2026. The missing updates raise security and functionality concerns, with no official fix from Samsung or Google yet. Manual workarounds are limited, and the incident highlights ongoing Android update fragmentation issues.
Nigeria's NIMC Launches Massive Training Push for 4,000 Data Protection Officers to Lock Down National ID Privacy
Nigeria’s NIMC has started training over 4,000 employees as certified Data Protection Officers to protect the privacy of the National Identification Number (NIN) system. The initiative, launched in Abuja on June 11, 2026, aims to embed privacy-by-design across all NIN operations under the 2023 Data Protection Act. This massive governance effort is expected to strengthen digital trust and may serve as a model for other nations.
Edge Inherits Critical WebRTC Flaw as Microsoft Patches CVE-2026-12466 for Windows Users
Microsoft has released an urgent Edge update to fix CVE-2026-12466, a critical heap buffer overflow in Chromium's WebRTC engine that can allow remote code execution via malicious video calls or web pages. Because Edge uses the Chromium codebase verbatim, the bug impacts every Windows user, and Microsoft advises immediate patching to prevent drive-by attacks. The incident highlights the shared risk of the Chromium ecosystem and the tight coupling between browser and operating system security.
CVE-2026-12461: Edge Users Must Confirm WebRTC Fix After Chromium Flaw Exposes Data
Microsoft has disclosed CVE-2026-12461, a critical WebRTC vulnerability in Chromium that affects Microsoft Edge. The flaw allows remote code execution and potential IP leakage, prompting an urgent patch update to Edge version 126.0.2592.56 or later. Users and administrators must verify their browser version and apply the update immediately to mitigate the risk.
Microsoft Edge’s Chromium Engine Gets Urgent Patch for Use-After-Free CVE-2026-12449
Microsoft released an urgent patch for a high-severity use-after-free vulnerability (CVE-2026-12449) in Edge’s Chromium engine on June 17, 2026. The flaw enables remote code execution through crafted web content, requiring immediate browser updates. Enterprise and consumer users are urged to apply the patch promptly.
Microsoft Edge 149.0.4022.80 Patches Critical Chromium Vulnerability CVE-2026-12468
Microsoft has released Edge stable version 149.0.4022.80 to patch CVE-2026-12468, a Chromium vulnerability now listed in the Microsoft Security Update Guide. The update, which landed on June 18, 2026, addresses a flaw that could allow remote code execution or data theft. Users and IT administrators are urged to verify the build and apply the patch immediately.