Security Best Practices
The latest Security Best Practices coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Enhancing Cybersecurity in 2025: The Imperative of Diversifying Cloud Providers
Introduction In the rapidly evolving digital landscape of 2025, cloud computing has become the backbone of modern business operations. However, the increasing reliance on a limited number of major...
Windows 11 24H2 Installation Media Vulnerability: Risks and Mitigation
Imagine booting from a USB drive to install a fresh copy of Windows 11 24H2, only to unknowingly inject a critical security flaw into what should be a clean system. This nightmare scenario lies at...
Windows 11's inetpub Folder: A Double-Edged Sword of Security and Vulnerability Post-April 2025 Update
Introduction In the April 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 (notably KB5055523), Microsoft introduced an unexpected change that has captivated and concerned users, IT administrators, and security...
Outdated Windows 11 Installation Media: A Hidden Cybersecurity Threat
A recent cybersecurity advisory from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has thrust a critical but often overlooked vulnerability into the spotlight: outdated Windows 11 installation media...
Windows 11 Warning: Outdated Media Poses Serious Cyber Risks
In an era where cyber threats loom larger than ever, a critical warning has emerged for Windows 11 users: outdated physical media could be a silent gateway for devastating vulnerabilities. Microsoft,...
Unveiling the Role of the inetpub Folder in Windows 11 24H2 Update: A Critical Security Enhancement
Understanding the Mystery of the inetpub Folder in Windows 11 24H2 Update The Windows 11 24H2 update rolled out in April 2025 introduced an unexpected change that caught many users and IT...
Secure Your New Windows PC: 5 Must-Configure Privacy Settings
Setting up a new Windows PC is an exciting experience. You want your machine to reflect your personality and needs, adjusting preferences, installing favorite apps, and customizing the environment....
Microsoft confirms CVE-2025-24054 NTLM attacks after March 11 patch.
Overview On March 11, 2025, Microsoft released its Patch Tuesday updates, addressing multiple vulnerabilities across its software suite. Among these, CVE-2025-24054—a Windows NTLM hash disclosure...
Understanding Microsoft's April 2025 Windows 11 Update: The 'inetpub' Folder and Its Crucial Security Role
Introduction In April 2025, Microsoft released a cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2, identified as KB5055523, which introduced an unexpected yet significant change: the creation of an empty...
inetpub Folder Auto-Created in April 2025 Update to Block CVE-2025-21204, but Permissions Need Hardening
Introduction With the April 2025 cumulative update (notably KB5055523 for Windows 11 24H2 and corresponding updates for Windows 10), many users have noticed the unexpected creation of the...
Secure Your New Windows 11 PC: 6 Essential Setup Privacy Fixes
When setting up a new Windows 11 PC, it's tempting to dive straight into personalization—installing favorite apps, tweaking the wallpaper, and adjusting system themes. However, prioritizing...