Network Security
The latest Network Security coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
BBIX and Global Net Core Debut OCX Platform for Low-Latency Cloud in Japan
Japan's digital infrastructure takes a leap forward as BBIX, a SoftBank subsidiary, partners with Global Net Core to launch the Open Cloud eXchange (OCX). This groundbreaking platform promises to...
Windows 11 KB5062170 Out-of-Band Update Resolves VPN Connectivity Issues for Enterprises
Microsoft has released an urgent out-of-band update (KB5062170) for Windows 11 to address critical VPN connectivity issues affecting enterprise networks. This surprise patch comes just weeks after...
4 Easy Ways to View & Recover Saved Wi-Fi Passwords in Windows 11
Forgetting your Wi-Fi password can be frustrating, especially when you need to connect a new device or share access with a guest. Fortunately, Windows 11 provides several built-in methods to retrieve...
Microsoft Tightens Quick Assist Security, Triggering VPN/TLS Errors – Fix Guide Inside
For Windows users relying on Quick Assist to deliver remote troubleshooting, support, or collaboration, a sudden error message halting the session—reading "We ended the connection because the...
Microsoft Rolls Out Quantum-Resistant Cryptography in Windows 11 and Linux Updates
Microsoft has taken a significant leap in cybersecurity by integrating post-quantum cryptography (PQC) into Windows 11 and Linux, preparing for the era of quantum computing threats. This move ensures...
CVE-2025-1907 grants root access to Instantel Micromate devices via authentication bypass.
Critical Vulnerability in Instantel Micromate Threatens Critical Infrastructure Security (CVE-2025-1907) A newly discovered firmware vulnerability (CVE-2025-1907) in Instantel's Micromate vibration...
Siemens SiPass CVE-2022-31812: Unpatched Servers Risk Full System Takeover
A newly discovered vulnerability in Siemens' SiPass integrated access control system (CVE-2022-31812) has raised alarms across critical infrastructure sectors. This critical flaw, rated 9.8 on the...
CVE-2025-24071: Patch Now to Block Windows File Explorer NTLM Theft
Microsoft's recent disclosure of CVE-2025-24071, a critical Windows File Explorer vulnerability, has sent shockwaves through enterprise IT departments. This zero-day exploit allows attackers to steal...
2023 sees 68% surge in cloud attacks on Microsoft 365: layered defenses essential
Microsoft 365 has become the backbone of modern enterprise productivity, but its widespread adoption makes it a prime target for cybercriminals. As organizations increasingly rely on cloud-based...
Microsoft 365 Faces 78% Attack Surge: AI Phishing and Zero-Day Threats Dominate 2025
As we approach 2025, Microsoft 365 remains a prime target for cybercriminals, with evolving threats challenging even the most robust security frameworks. Organizations must stay ahead of...
Global Outcry Over Critical Active Directory Flaw in Windows Server 2025
Critical Active Directory Vulnerability in Windows Server 2025 Sparks Global Outcry Germany’s Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) recently ignited widespread concern in the cybersecurity...
Microsoft Patches Five Actively Exploited Zero-Days in May 2025 Update
Microsoft's May 2025 Patch Tuesday landed with unprecedented force, delivering fixes for 77 vulnerabilities—19 of them rated critical or important—and five zero-days that attackers were actively...