Extended Security Updates
The latest Extended Security Updates coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
CVE-2025-21345: Critical RCE Vulnerability in Microsoft Visio Exposes Users to Remote Attacks
CVE-2025-21345: Critical RCE Vulnerability in Microsoft Visio Uncovered Security researchers have uncovered a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in Microsoft Visio, tracked as...
CVE-2025-21316: Critical Windows Kernel Vulnerability Explained and Mitigation Steps
CVE-2025-21316: Understanding Windows Kernel Vulnerability and How to Protect Yourself Microsoft has disclosed a critical vulnerability in the Windows kernel (CVE-2025-21316) that could allow...
Windows 11 January 2025 Update KB5050009: Addressing Key Security Enhancements Amidst Audio and Device Challenges
Windows 11 January 2025 Update KB5050009: Key Security Enhancements and User Impact Microsoft has rolled out the Windows 11 January 2025 cumulative update, KB5050009, aimed principally at bolstering...
January KB5007651 Update Patches Windows 11 Defender Flaw Bypassing Phishing Warnings
Microsoft has addressed a significant security vulnerability in Windows 11's phishing protection system through its January 2023 KB5007651 update. This critical fix comes as part of Microsoft's...
Windows 10 End of Life: Upgrade to Windows 11 Before Security Updates Stop
Microsoft has officially announced the end of life (EOL) for Windows 10, marking October 14, 2025, as the final date for mainstream support. After this deadline, Windows 10 will no longer receive...
Windows 10 End of Support: Upgrade to Windows 11 or Face Security Risks
Microsoft's 2025 Push: Upgrade to Windows 11 or Stick with Windows 10? As 2025 approaches, Microsoft is intensifying efforts to transition users from Windows 10 to Windows 11. With the official end...
Windows 10 Support Ends in 2025 as Microsoft Plans AI-Powered Windows 11 Refresh
Microsoft is gearing up for a pivotal year in 2025, marking both the end of Windows 10 support and a major refresh for Windows 11. This transition represents one of the most significant shifts in the...
Windows 10 End-of-Life: Security Risks & Upgrade Options Before 2025
The clock is ticking for over a billion devices as Windows 10 approaches its end-of-life date on October 14, 2025, marking not just a software transition but a critical inflection point for personal...
Windows 11 24H2 Bug Blocks Security Updates, Microsoft Investigating Fix
Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update has encountered a critical bug preventing some users from installing crucial security patches, leaving systems vulnerable to emerging threats. This unexpected issue...
Windows 11 KB5034441 Fails on Custom USB Install Media – 3 Fixes
A recent Windows 11 security update has introduced unexpected issues for users who rely on DIY installation media, causing frustration among tech enthusiasts and IT professionals alike. Microsoft's...
Critical Windows 11 Bug Blocks Security Updates on USB/ISO Install Media
Microsoft has confirmed a critical bug affecting Windows 11 security updates when using installation media, potentially leaving systems vulnerable. This emerging issue impacts users attempting to...
Windows 11 24H2 install media from Oct-Nov 2024 blocks all future security fixes
A significant issue has emerged affecting Windows 11 installations using media that includes the October and November 2024 security updates. This problem results in systems being unable to accept...