Data Safety
The latest Data Safety coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft Copilot Enterprise Data Exposure: 3M Records at Risk
A comprehensive industry analysis has revealed alarming data security implications for organizations using Microsoft Copilot, with the AI assistant potentially exposing up to 3 million sensitive...
Microsoft Absolves KB5063878 of Gaming SSD Failures, but Community Reproductions Persist
Microsoft’s official position is unequivocal: the August 2025 security update KB5063878 is not responsible for a spate of gaming SSD failures that surfaced shortly after its release. But community...
SSD Vanishing Act: Windows 11 KB5063878 Sparks Data Corruption Fears
The August 12, 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 (KB5063878) is triggering a dangerous storage regression: under sustained heavy write workloads, some solid-state drives abruptly stop responding,...
Audit: 9/10 AI Browser Extensions Leak SSNs, Medical Records, and Bank Details
A new cross-national audit found that nine out of ten popular AI-powered browser assistants silently funnel private data—including social security numbers, medical records, and bank details—from...
Navigating Data Migration: Transitioning from Windows 10 to Windows 11 with Microsoft’s Cloud Tools
Transitioning from Windows 10 to Windows 11 is a journey millions of users are navigating as Microsoft's latest OS becomes the new standard for modern PCs. While the updated interface and features...
European Data Protection Supervisor Clears Microsoft 365 for EU Use with Strict Compliance Measures
In a major development for digital sovereignty and regulatory compliance within Europe, the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) has concluded its high-profile investigation into the European...
Windows 11 USB Formatting Guide: FAT32, exFAT, or NTFS – Which to Choose
Formatting a USB flash drive is a fundamental task for any Windows 11 user, whether you’re looking to sanitize sensitive data before disposal, rejuvenate a sluggish flash drive, or ensure...
2025 AI Privacy: Patchwork global laws fail to curb generative data leaks
The rapid advancement of generative AI has revolutionized content creation, automation, and digital interaction. However, this surge in adoption has ignited a critical debate surrounding data...
Windows 11 Backup Mastery: Automate File & System Protection Like a Pro
Losing critical files to hardware failure or malware can be devastating, yet fewer than 10% of Windows 11 users have automated backups configured according to Backblaze's 2023 survey. Modern Windows...
Windows 11 Implements 60-Day Lifespan for System Restore Points, Urging Users to Proactively Manage Data Protection
Windows 11 Implements 60-Day Lifespan for System Restore Points, Urging Users to Proactively Manage Data Protection Microsoft has officially confirmed a significant change to its System Restore...
Windows 11 System Restore: Critical 60-Day Limit & How to Manage It
Windows 11 quietly enforces a 60-day expiration policy on system restore points—a change many users discover only when attempting to recover from a critical system failure. This automated cleanup,...
Windows 11 24H2 Update Fails on WD SN770 SSDs: Causes & Fixes
Windows 11 version 24H2 is causing unexpected headaches for users with Western Digital’s SN770 NVMe SSDs, as the update repeatedly fails despite firmware fixes. This compatibility issue has left...