Firmware Updates
The latest Firmware Updates coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Windows 10 ESU 2026: Free MSA enrollment for some, paid for enterprises, with mandatory Secure Boot fix.
Microsoft has officially launched the first Extended Security Updates (ESU) package for Windows 10 in 2026, confirming a mandatory, high-priority security rollout that addresses critical...
Windows Weekly Roundup: Tubecast Pro App Review & Essential IT Admin Updates
The weekly rhythm of Windows updates, app discoveries, and enterprise announcements continues to shape the ecosystem for both consumers and IT professionals. This week's developments highlight the...
KB4524244 Secure Boot Patch Crashed Systems, Broke UEFI Recovery, Microsoft Yanked Update.
Microsoft's security update KB4524244, released in February 2020, was intended to address a critical vulnerability in the Secure Boot feature that could allow attackers to bypass security mechanisms...
Windows 11 Secure Boot fix auto-deploys to replace 2026-expiring certificate
Microsoft has initiated a critical, automated update process to replace expiring Secure Boot certificates on Windows 11 devices, a preventative measure designed to avoid widespread boot failures and...
Essential Windows Apps & Tools: Security Extensions, UEFI Updates & System Utilities
The Windows ecosystem thrives on a constant stream of applications that enhance security, improve system performance, and add functionality that Microsoft doesn't include out of the box. Each week,...
Rockwell’s Safety Module Flaw Forces Physical Reboots — Firmware Fix Released
Rockwell Automation has disclosed a high-severity denial-of-service vulnerability in its 432ES-IG3 GuardLink EtherNet/IP safety module that requires a manual power cycle to recover, and federal...