Cybersecurity
The latest Cybersecurity coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Windows 10 holds 68% market share as October 2025 end-of-support sparks security fears
Microsoft finds itself in a challenging position as Windows 10 users continue resisting the upgrade to Windows 11, despite the approaching end-of-support date for the older operating system. Recent...
Rockstar 2FA phishing steals MFA tokens in real time to hijack Microsoft 365 accounts.
Microsoft 365 users are facing a sophisticated new phishing threat dubbed 'Rockstar 2FA' that bypasses traditional multi-factor authentication (MFA) protections. This advanced adversary-in-the-middle...
Diebold Nixdorf Deploys Windows 11 IoT on Live ATMs in Central Asia
Diebold Nixdorf, a global leader in banking technology, has announced the successful deployment of Windows 11 IoT Enterprise on live ATMs, marking a significant leap forward in banking innovation....
Windows Active Hours Now Uses Machine Learning to Minimize Update Restart Disruptions
Optimize Your Windows Update Experience with Active Hours In an era where cybersecurity threats evolve daily and software needs constant refinement, Windows updates have become an essential part of...
SmokeLoader Malware Exploits MS Office Vulnerabilities to Target Taiwan's Industries
SmokeLoader Malware: Targeting Taiwan's Industries with Office Exploits Recent cybersecurity reports have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign targeting Taiwanese industries using SmokeLoader,...
Understanding the Rise of AiTM Cyberattacks Targeting Microsoft 365 Users
In recent months, a sophisticated wave of Adversary-in-the-Middle (AiTM) cyberattacks has been targeting Microsoft 365 users, posing significant threats to organizational security. These attacks...
Windows Resiliency Initiative: Quick Recovery & New Kernel Security
Microsoft's Windows Resiliency Initiative: Strengthening Digital Security In response to rising cybersecurity challenges and recent critical incidents affecting Windows systems worldwide, Microsoft...
Windows 10 to Windows 11: Key Upgrade Guide for TPM 2.0 & 2025 Deadline
Microsoft's transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 marks one of the most significant OS upgrades in recent years, bringing both excitement and challenges for users. With Windows 10's end-of-life...
Zero Trust, MFA, and backups: How to stop Microsoft 365 ransomware
Ransomware attacks have become one of the most pervasive threats to organizations using Microsoft 365, with cybercriminals exploiting vulnerabilities to encrypt critical data and demand hefty...
Microsoft Defender update now patches dangerous security gaps in Windows 10/11 installs
Microsoft has released a critical update for Microsoft Defender to address outdated security definitions in Windows installation images, protecting users from emerging threats during fresh OS...
Rockstar 2FA Bypasses MFA to Hijack Microsoft 365 Accounts
Microsoft 365 users are facing a sophisticated new phishing threat that bypasses traditional multi-factor authentication (MFA) protections. Dubbed 'Rockstar 2FA' by cybersecurity researchers, this...
Critical Windows Security Vulnerability CVE-2024-49039 Exposes 450 Million Users: Immediate Action Required
A newly discovered critical Windows security vulnerability (CVE-2024-49039) has put approximately 450 million users at risk of remote code execution attacks. This zero-day flaw, detected by ESET...