Security Controls
The latest Security Controls coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Parallels RAS 21.0 Revolutionizes Hybrid Cloud VDI with Enhanced Security and UX
Parallels has launched Remote Application Server (RAS) 21.0, marking a significant advancement in virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) solutions for Windows environments. This latest release delivers...
Windows 11 previews Copilot Actions: AI agents now open apps and manage files
Microsoft is revolutionizing how users interact with their Windows 11 PCs through the introduction of Copilot Actions, a groundbreaking AI capability that transforms the digital assistant from a...
How the House Reversed Its Copilot Ban: A Blueprint for Secure AI in Government
The U.S. House of Representatives has lifted its year-old prohibition on Microsoft Copilot and will begin deploying the generative AI tool to members and staff under strict data-protection terms,...
Copilot Studio Now Intercepts Agent Actions for Real-Time Security Vetoes
Microsoft has shifted the security model for its Copilot Studio from passive guardrails to active, inline enforcement. Organizations can now route an AI agent’s planned actions—including prompts,...
Microsoft Edge Canary Upgrades Scareware Blocker with Default-On Scam Site Blocking and URL Sharing
Microsoft has quietly upgraded its experimental Scareware Blocker in Edge Canary to not only interrupt tech-support scams but to block entire scam websites and optionally send detected URLs to...
Navigating the 2025 Cybersecurity Talent Crisis: Career Strategies and Industry Trends
The cybersecurity landscape is evolving at a staggering pace, and nowhere is its impact more acutely felt than in the race to fill open positions with qualified, passionate professionals. In 2025,...
Microsoft Office ADMX/ADML v5506.1000: What IT Admins Need to Know
Microsoft's latest release of Office Administrative Templates (ADMX/ADML) version 5506.1000 delivers significant enhancements for enterprise IT administrators managing Office deployments. These...
Microsoft 365 Direct Send Security Risks: Enterprise Protection Strategies
Microsoft 365's Direct Send feature has become an unexpected weak point in enterprise email security, with attackers increasingly exploiting this SMTP relay capability to bypass traditional defenses....
The End of an Era: Azure VMs' Default Outbound Access Retires in September 2025
The End of an Era: Azure VMs' Default Outbound Access Retires in September 2025 Microsoft is ushering in a more secure by-default cloud environment by retiring the automatic outbound internet access...
Outlook to Block Two File Types from 2025 as Exploits Like Follina Rise
Microsoft is taking another decisive step in its ongoing battle against cyber threats by announcing that Outlook will block 'library-ms' and 'search-ms' file attachments starting in 2025. This move...
Walmart-Microsoft AI Security Leak at Build 2025 Exposes 38TB of Data
Introduction At the recent Microsoft Build 2025 conference, a significant security incident involving Walmart and Microsoft's AI collaboration came to light, prompting widespread industry reflection...
Microsoft Teams Blocks Screen Captures Starting July 2025
Introduction In an era where digital collaboration is paramount, safeguarding sensitive information during virtual meetings has become a critical concern for organizations worldwide. Recognizing this...