Security Settings
The latest Security Settings coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft's 2025 Security Overhaul: What Windows 365, Microsoft 365 & Azure Users Need to Know
Microsoft is rolling out its most comprehensive security update package in years for Windows 365, Microsoft 365, and Azure Virtual Desktop, fundamentally changing how enterprises approach cloud...
Microsoft Recall Feature: Ultimate Guide to Management, Storage & Future Updates
Microsoft's Recall feature, introduced as a preview for Copilot+ PCs, revolutionizes how users retrace their digital steps by capturing periodic screen snapshots. This AI-powered capability creates a...
Microsoft 365 faces top 2025 threats: AI phishing, ransomware & insider risks
As organizations increasingly rely on Microsoft 365 for productivity and collaboration, cyber threats targeting the platform continue to evolve at an alarming rate. In 2025, businesses face a perfect...
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...
Oracle TNS Flaw CVE-2025-30733: Memory Leak Exposes Sensitive Data Over Network Without Authentication
Oracle's April 2025 Critical Patch Update fixes a startling memory leak in the Transparent Network Substrate (TNS) listener that can spill sensitive system data to unauthenticated remote users....
Windows Attachment Manager: Enhancing Email and Download Security
The Windows Attachment Manager is a security feature integrated into Microsoft Windows to safeguard users from potentially harmful files received via email or downloaded from the internet. By...
How to Bypass Microsoft Authenticator MFA Mandate in Microsoft 365
How to Override the Microsoft Authenticator App Mandate in Microsoft 365 Security Introduction Microsoft has long championed Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) as a critical pillar of security for its...
Enhancing Windows Server 2025 Security: Implementing Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs) to Mitigate Advanced Persistent Threats
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, protecting Windows Server environments from advanced persistent threats (APTs) remains a paramount concern. With the release of Windows...
Windows Telnet Zero-Click Vulnerability Exposes Millions to Credential Theft
In the shadows of Windows' sprawling digital infrastructure, a decades-old protocol has resurfaced as a catastrophic security liability, silently exposing millions of systems to credential theft...
Enable Microsoft Defender on Windows 11 with step-by-step setup and advanced features
Introduction In today's digital world, securing your personal and professional data on your devices is more crucial than ever. Windows 11 users are fortunate to have Microsoft Defender as a robust...
Windows 11's Default BitLocker Encryption: Balancing Security and User Autonomy
Introduction Microsoft's Windows 11 has introduced a significant security feature: enabling BitLocker encryption by default. This move aims to enhance data protection but has sparked discussions...
Windows 10/11 0xc00004ac bug hits app launches; fix with SFC, malware scans, clean boot
Understanding and Fixing Windows Error 0xc00004ac: Application Launch Failure Solutions Introduction When users encounter the Windows error message "The application was unable to start correctly...