Security Best Practices
The latest Security Best Practices coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft Enhances CA Handling in Application Control: Streamlining Enterprise Security
Microsoft's latest enhancements to Application Control for Business mark a significant step forward in simplifying certificate authority (CA) trust transitions for enterprise environments. As digital...
Microsoft's Passwordless Future: How Passkeys Are Revolutionizing Windows Security
Microsoft is leading the charge in what could be the most significant authentication revolution since the password was invented. The tech giant's aggressive push toward passkey adoption signals a...
Windows LAPS 2023 slashes credential theft risk 92% with Azure AD and RBAC
Local administrator accounts have long been a double-edged sword in Windows environments—essential for troubleshooting yet historically vulnerable to credential theft and lateral movement attacks....
Microsoft 365 Copilot & Purview DLP: Securing Enterprise Data in the AI Revolution
As Microsoft 365 Copilot transforms enterprise productivity with AI-powered assistance, organizations face unprecedented challenges in balancing innovation with data security. The integration of...
Zero-click EchoLeak attacks exploit hidden metadata to hijack Microsoft 365 Copilot outputs.
Microsoft 365 Copilot, the AI-powered productivity assistant, has revolutionized how businesses interact with their documents, emails, and workflows. However, recent discoveries of the EchoLeak...
Post cloud security gaps exposed: Washington Post breach shows MFA fatigue, token theft risks.
The cybersecurity landscape witnessed another alarming incident in early June when The Washington Post fell victim to a sophisticated email account compromise targeting multiple Microsoft 365 work...
EchoLeak patch KB5034441 exposes AI prompt injection risk for enterprise data.
Microsoft's recent patch addressing the critical Copilot AI vulnerability, now known as EchoLeak, has sent shockwaves through the enterprise security landscape. This flaw, first identified by...
WestJet breach reveals systemic aviation gaps as 25,000 passengers hit by 14-hour outage.
The recent cybersecurity breach at WestJet Airlines serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities facing critical infrastructure sectors worldwide. On [DATE], passengers and employees discovered...
Windows 11 Security Guide: 10 Default Settings to Disable for Better Protection
Windows 11 comes with several default settings that, while convenient, may expose users to unnecessary security risks. In today's threat landscape, taking proactive steps to harden your system isn't...
Outlook’s new two-click tool lets users verify email encryption without leaving the compose window
Microsoft Outlook has introduced a groundbreaking security feature designed to enhance email privacy: Two-Click Encryption Verification. This update addresses growing concerns about email security in...
Windows 11 KASLR Bypass Exploit: How eneio64.sys Driver Vulnerability Threatens Kernel Security
A critical vulnerability in the eneio64.sys driver has exposed Windows 11 systems to potential Kernel Address Space Layout Randomization (KASLR) bypass attacks, undermining a fundamental security...
Microsoft Delays SMTP AUTH Basic Auth Deprecation to 2026: Key Impacts & Migration Steps
Microsoft has extended its deadline for deprecating Basic Authentication (Basic Auth) in Exchange Online's SMTP AUTH protocol to April 2026, giving organizations additional time to transition to...