Security Best Practices
The latest Security Best Practices coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft Entra ID Flaw Exposes Privilege Escalation Risk Through Guest User Accounts
Microsoft has identified a critical security vulnerability in Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) that could allow attackers to escalate privileges through guest user accounts. This flaw...
Azure Sphere May 2025 Update: Key IoT Security Enhancements and Migration Tools
Microsoft's Azure Sphere May 2025 update introduces groundbreaking security and management features for enterprise IoT deployments, addressing critical challenges in certificate lifecycle management,...
RemoteMonologue Exploits DCOM & NTLMv1 in Fileless Windows Cyber Attack
A new cybersecurity threat dubbed RemoteMonologue is exploiting legacy Windows protocols to bypass modern defenses, putting enterprises at risk of credential theft and lateral movement. This...
2023 sees 68% surge in cloud attacks on Microsoft 365: layered defenses essential
Microsoft 365 has become the backbone of modern enterprise productivity, but its widespread adoption makes it a prime target for cybercriminals. As organizations increasingly rely on cloud-based...
Microsoft 365 Faces 78% Attack Surge: AI Phishing and Zero-Day Threats Dominate 2025
As we approach 2025, Microsoft 365 remains a prime target for cybercriminals, with evolving threats challenging even the most robust security frameworks. Organizations must stay ahead of...
Azure Monitor Logs now filters rows by user attributes, slashing compliance risks for GDPR and HIPAA.
For organizations leveraging Microsoft Azure's extensive monitoring capabilities, the introduction of granular row-level security (RLS) in Azure Monitor Logs represents a tectonic shift in data...
Sophisticated Microsoft 365 Phishing Attacks Surge: How to Protect Your Organization
In recent months, cybersecurity professionals have observed an alarming escalation in highly sophisticated phishing campaigns specifically engineered to compromise Microsoft 365 accounts, leveraging...
Commvault Metallic Breach Exposes SaaS Security Risks for Windows Users
In a digital era where data is the lifeblood of organizations, the reliance on Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for critical functions like cloud backup and disaster recovery has skyrocketed....
Cybercriminals Use Fake Download Sites to Spread VenomRAT and StormKitty Malware
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a chilling new threat has emerged for Windows users worldwide. Cybersecurity researchers have recently uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign that...
Microsoft: Refresh Windows Install Images Every 3 Months to Close Critical Defender Vulnerability
Microsoft has issued a stern warning to IT administrators and power users alike: Windows installation images that are more than a few months old may contain dangerously outdated Microsoft Defender...
Johnson Controls ICU Vulnerability: Critical Security Risks and Mitigation Strategies for Industrial Control Systems
Industrial control systems (ICS) are fundamental to the operation of critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, manufacturing, government facilities, and commercial buildings. Ensuring the...
Enhancing Cybersecurity with SIEM and SOAR Platforms: Strategies, Best Practices, and Innovations
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms are foundational components in contemporary cybersecurity defense frameworks. As...