Microsoft 365 Security
The latest Microsoft 365 Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
BitLyft AIR: Revolutionizing Cybersecurity with No-Code Automated Incident Response
In today’s rapidly shifting threat landscape, the stakes for security professionals have never been higher. Organizations—from nimble startups to sprawling enterprises—contend with a relentless...
Enhancing Aviation Cybersecurity: Combating Phishing and Business Email Compromise in the Cloud Era
In the evolving digital threat landscape, the aviation sector stands at a unique—and perilous—crossroads. The intersection of operational criticality, high-value data, and deep integration with...
Navigating SEC Rule 17a-4 Compliance for Financial Firms Using Microsoft 365 with AdvisorVault's Free Gap Assessment
Financial firms in the United States have long operated under the watchful eye of stringent regulatory frameworks, with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Securities and...
Mastering Microsoft 365 Identity Security in 2025: Threats, Best Practices, and Future Directions
In today’s hyper-connected era, Microsoft 365 serves as the digital backbone for organizations spanning the globe, empowering real-time collaboration, seamless communication, and centralized data...
Lessons from the UK’s Microsoft Hack: Strengthening Cybersecurity in the Cloud Era
Britain’s cybersecurity landscape has again drawn international attention following the UK National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) confirmation that a “limited number” of domestic...
APT28’s Authentic Antics Malware Targets Microsoft 365: A New Cyber-Espionage Threat to Critical Infrastructure
APT28’s “Authentic Antics” Malware: New Frontlines in the Ongoing Cyber-Espionage War on Microsoft 365 and Critical Infrastructure The United Kingdom's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC)...
Enhancing Cloud Security for Australian Businesses: Strategies, Challenges, and the Role of vCISO.One
As Australian businesses rapidly migrate to cloud platforms like Microsoft 365, AWS, and Google Workspace, the stakes for effective cloud security could not be higher. The digital transformation is...
Unveiling the Authentic Antics Malware Campaign: APT28’s Targeting of Microsoft 365 and Outlook
The emergence of the “Authentic Antics” malware campaign has placed new urgency on global conversations about cybersecurity, advanced persistent threats (APTs), and the evolving landscape of...
Microsoft’s new email dashboard tackles legacy blind spots with real-time threat analytics
Microsoft’s Email Security Transparency Dashboard has arrived amid a rapidly intensifying threat landscape, where email remains a favored attack vector for cybercriminals. In the era of pervasive...
Microsoft Entra ID Privilege Escalation Vulnerability: Risks and Mitigation in Hybrid Cloud Environments
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud infrastructure and identity management, Microsoft Entra ID (previously known as Azure Active Directory) has become a foundational piece for countless...
Combating AI-Powered Native Phishing Attacks in Cloud Environments: Strategies for Modern Cybersecurity
As phishing threats have evolved, so too has the arsenal of both cybercriminals and defenders scrambling to keep up. In the landscape of cybersecurity, few threats stand as persistent and adaptive as...
Advanced QR Code Phishing Targets Microsoft 365: How to Defend Against the Rising Threat
The relentless evolution of cyber threats continues to challenge even the most security-conscious organizations, and the emergence of sophisticated phishing campaigns exploiting new attack vectors...