Extended Security Updates
The latest Extended Security Updates coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
CVE-2025-0999: Critical Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Microsoft Edge
CVE-2025-0999: Heap Buffer Overflow Threatens Microsoft Edge Users A newly discovered critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-0999) in Microsoft Edge's Chromium engine exposes millions of users to potential...
Patch CVE-2025-1426 Now: Edge Update 124.0.2478.51 Closes Critical GPU Flaw
Microsoft has released a critical security update addressing CVE-2025-1426, a newly discovered Chromium-based GPU vulnerability affecting Microsoft Edge and other Chromium browsers. This heap buffer...
Resolving Windows 11 SSH Connectivity Issues: Insider Patch and Workarounds Detailed
Introduction In October 2024, Microsoft released security updates KB5044285 and KB5044380 for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2. Shortly after, users began reporting issues with SSH (Secure Shell)...
KB5051987 Patch Breaks File Explorer; Workarounds Available Now
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 security update, KB5051987, has been causing unexpected File Explorer issues for some users. The update, intended to address critical security vulnerabilities, has...
Official: Windows 10 ESU Program Costs, Limits, and Alternatives Explained
As Microsoft approaches the end of support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, users and organizations are exploring various methods to extend the operating system's lifespan. One such approach...
KB5051987 Chaos: Windows 11 Update Breaks File Explorer and Peripherals
Microsoft's KB5051987 update for Windows 11 has caused unexpected chaos for users, introducing critical File Explorer bugs and peripheral connectivity issues. The security update, intended to patch...
Stop Windows 10 EOS Alerts Without Blocking Critical Updates
Introduction As the official end-of-service (EOS) date for Windows 10 approaches on October 14, 2025, millions of users are encountering persistent notifications urging them to upgrade to Windows 11...
Microsoft Confirms KB5051987 Triggers File Explorer Crashes, Offers Workarounds
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update, KB5051987, has introduced several performance improvements and security patches, but some users are reporting significant issues with File Explorer. This...
CVE-2025-0998: Critical Chromium Vulnerability Puts Microsoft Edge Users at Risk
CVE-2025-0998: Critical Vulnerability in Chromium Affects Edge Users A newly discovered critical vulnerability in Chromium's V8 JavaScript engine (CVE-2025-0998) poses significant risks to Microsoft...
Windows Server 2022 KB5051979: Critical Security Patches & Performance Boost
Microsoft has released the KB5051979 update for Windows Server 2022, delivering critical security patches, performance improvements, and essential bug fixes. This cumulative update addresses multiple...
Critical Zero-Day CVE-2025-21418 Lets Attackers Gain Full Windows Admin Rights
Overview A critical zero-day vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-21418, has been discovered in the Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock (AFD.sys). This flaw allows local attackers to...
Critical Windows 11 Update Patches Zero-Day Vulnerabilities and Introduces Taskbar Enhancements
Microsoft has released a critical Windows 11 update addressing multiple zero-day vulnerabilities while introducing several user-requested taskbar enhancements. This security-focused update comes as...