Extended Security Updates
The latest Extended Security Updates coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Windows 11 Transition Guide for Educational Institutions: Key Steps & Challenges
As educational institutions gear up for a seismic shift in their IT landscapes, the transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 emerges as both a challenge and an opportunity. With Windows 10 reaching...
Windows 11 Impact: Hardware, Sustainability, and Security Challenges
In the ever-evolving world of technology, Windows 11 has emerged as a pivotal force shaping not just user experience but also broader issues like sustainability, security, and the lifespan of our...
Microsoft 365 to Block ActiveX Controls by Default in 2025 for Enhanced Security
In a significant move to bolster user security, Microsoft has announced that starting in April 2025, Microsoft 365 will block ActiveX controls by default across several of its key applications,...
Exploring CVE-2025-24076: Critical Windows 11 Vulnerability That Grants Admin Rights in 300ms
Introduction A critical local privilege escalation vulnerability known as CVE-2025-24076 has been discovered in Microsoft Windows 11, posing significant risks to users and enterprises alike. This...
Windows 11 April 2025 Update KB5055523: Installation Failures & Windows Hello Issues
The Windows 11 April 2025 Update, identified by the patch KB5055523, has stirred significant concern among users and IT professionals alike due to widespread reports of installation failures and...
Preparing for Windows 10 End-of-Support: Essential Strategies and Expert Advice
Understanding Windows 10 End-of-Support Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will conclude on October 14, 2025. After this date, the operating system will no longer receive security...
Microsoft 365 to Disable ActiveX by Default Starting April 2025
Microsoft has announced a significant security enhancement by disabling ActiveX controls by default in Microsoft 365 and Office 2024 applications. This change, effective from October 2024 for Office...
Microsoft April 2023 Security Update: 126 Vulnerabilities Patched, Including Zero-Day Exploit
In a digital landscape where cyber threats evolve at an unrelenting pace, Microsoft’s latest security update for April 2023 stands as a critical line of defense for Windows users worldwide. This...
Windows 11 April 2025 Update KB5055523 Causes Widespread Windows Hello Failures
The April 2025 security update for Windows 11, known as KB5055523, was designed to bolster defenses against zero-day exploits, but instead triggered widespread authentication failures in Windows...
Demystifying the inetpub Folder in Windows 11 April 2025 Update: Security Insights and Implications
Introduction The recent April 2025 cumulative update for Windows 11 (including KB5055523) has introduced a peculiar new system folder named "inetpub" on the root of the system drive (usually the C:...
Office 2016 Users Experience Crashes After April 2025 Security Update: A Detailed Analysis
In April 2025, Microsoft released the KB5002700 security update for Office 2016, aiming to address several critical vulnerabilities. However, this update inadvertently led to significant issues,...