Os Security
The latest Os Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Understanding the Windows StateRepository API
A critical vulnerability has been identified in a core component of the Windows operating system, posing a significant security risk to users. The flaw, designated CVE-2025-49723, affects the Windows...
Critical AMD Processor Vulnerability, CVE-2025-36357, Exposes Systems to Data Theft: A Comprehensive Guide to Protection
Critical AMD Processor Vulnerability, CVE-2025-36357, Exposes Systems to Data Theft: A Comprehensive Guide to Protection A critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-36357, has been discovered in...
Windows IME Vulnerability CVE-2025-49687: Risks, Detection, and Mitigation Strategies
The Windows Input Method Editor (IME) is a crucial component in the Windows operating system, enabling users to input complex characters and symbols not typically found on standard keyboards....
Windows CVE-2025-49686 Kernel Vulnerability: Risks, Mitigation & Best Practices
The discovery of CVE-2025-49686, a critical kernel-level vulnerability in Windows operating systems, has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. This privilege escalation flaw in the...
Windows 11 Overtakes Windows 10 in Market Share: Trends & What It Means for Users
For the first time since its 2021 debut, Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 in global desktop OS market share, according to the latest data from StatCounter. This milestone marks a...
Secure Boot Certificate Expiration 2026: How to Prepare Your Windows Ecosystem
The impending expiration of Secure Boot certificates in June 2026 represents one of the most critical security milestones for the Windows ecosystem in recent years. This cryptographic event will...
Microsoft Secure Boot Certificate Update 2024: What Windows Users Need to Know Before 2026
Microsoft's Secure Boot, a critical security feature introduced with Windows 8, is undergoing significant updates to its certificate infrastructure to maintain system integrity and trustworthiness....
Microsoft Mandates Secure Boot Certificate Update Ahead of 2026 Expiry
Microsoft Mandates Secure Boot Certificate Update Ahead of 2026 Expiry Microsoft is proactively updating Secure Boot certificates for Windows devices to mitigate security risks ahead of the current...
Switch to Linux Now: Extend Your Old Laptop’s Life Past Windows 10 Deadline
As the sunset date for Windows 10 looms on the horizon, the reality facing millions of PC users is growing ever more pressing: after October 14, 2025, Microsoft will officially pull the plug on...
New 60-day auto-delete rule reshapes Windows 11 System Restore strategies
Windows 11's System Restore feature has undergone significant changes, with Microsoft now automatically deleting restore points after 60 days—a shift that impacts how users approach system...
Windows 11 June 2025 Update Implements 60-Day Lifespan for System Restore Points
Windows 11 June 2025 Update Implements 60-Day Lifespan for System Restore Points Microsoft's June 2025 security update for Windows 11 version 24H2, identified as KB5060842, introduces a significant...
Microsoft Ends Legacy Driver Support in Windows Update: What It Means for Security & Performance
Microsoft has officially begun phasing out legacy drivers from Windows Update, marking a significant shift in its approach to hardware compatibility. This strategic move aims to improve system...