Device Security
The latest Device Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Windows 11 Performance, Security, and AI Features: A Deep Dive into Microsoft's Latest OS
Windows 11 has emerged as Microsoft's flagship operating system, promising significant improvements in performance, security, and AI integration. Since its launch, users and enterprises alike have...
Windows 10 Extended Security Updates: What Consumers Need to Know About Microsoft's ESU Program
Microsoft has officially confirmed that Windows 10 will reach its end of support on October 14, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the decade-old operating system. While this deadline has been...
Microsoft Offers Lifeline to Windows 10 Users with Free Extended Security Updates, But There's a Catch
Microsoft Offers Lifeline to Windows 10 Users with Free Extended Security Updates, But There's a Catch In a significant shift from its original plan, Microsoft has announced it will offer free...
Critical Vulnerabilities in Schneider Electric's EVLink WallBox Pose Serious Security Risks
Critical Vulnerabilities in Schneider Electric's EVLink WallBox Pose Serious Security Risks Multiple critical security flaws have been identified in all versions of the Schneider Electric EVLink...
House Implements Ban on WhatsApp for Staff Devices Citing Cybersecurity Risks
House Implements Ban on WhatsApp for Staff Devices Citing Cybersecurity Risks Washington D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives has prohibited the use of Meta's popular messaging application,...
Microsoft Enhances Windows 365 Security with Default Protections & Redirection Controls
Microsoft is doubling down on security for Windows 365 Cloud PCs with new default protections and granular redirection controls designed to combat modern cyber threats. These changes arrive as...
Microsoft Entra ID passkey rollout strengthens phishing defenses with FIDO2 and granular policy controls
Microsoft’s latest expansion of passkey (FIDO2) authentication within Entra ID represents a significant leap forward in enterprise security, offering businesses a more flexible and secure...
Windows 11 June Update Boosts System Restore to 60 Days, Patches 78 Flaws
Microsoft's June 2025 Patch Tuesday update brings transformative changes to Windows 11, version 24H2, with system recovery enhancements and critical security patches taking center stage. The most...
Windows 11 Update Blocks Hello Face Unlock in Low Light to Block Spoofing
Microsoft has rolled out a significant update to Windows Hello, its biometric authentication system, disabling facial recognition in low-light conditions to enhance security. This change, part of the...
Windows Hello Security Boost: Microsoft's 2025 Color Camera Requirement Explained
Microsoft is raising the bar for Windows Hello security by mandating color camera support for facial recognition starting in April 2025. This strategic move aims to combat sophisticated spoofing...
Windows Hello Update: How New Security Measures Affect Facial Recognition in Low Light
Microsoft's Windows Hello biometric authentication system is receiving a significant security update that changes how facial recognition works in low-light conditions. This move aims to enhance...
Windows 11 Hello facial spoofing defeat triggers enterprise authentication rethink
Windows Hello has long been celebrated as one of the flagship features of Microsoft’s security-centric push in Windows 11, offering a slick, passwordless login experience by harnessing biometric...