Security Best Practices
The latest Security Best Practices coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Schneider Electric Modicon flaws hit 9.8 CVSS: authentication bypass and RCE risk critical infrastructure.
In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial automation, the security of operational technology (OT) systems has never been more critical. Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and...
Safeguarding Remote Support: Preventing Quick Assist Scams in 2023
Introduction In the evolving landscape of cyber threats, remote support tools like Microsoft's Quick Assist have become targets for exploitation. Cybercriminals are increasingly misusing these tools...
Russian Cyber-Espionage Targets Ukrainian NGOs with OAuth Attacks on Microsoft 365
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber warfare, a disturbing trend has emerged targeting Ukrainian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) through sophisticated OAuth attacks as part of Russian...
Unveiling the inetpub Folder Flaw: A Hidden Windows Security Risk
For years, Windows administrators and IT professionals have relied on the operating system’s robust architecture to safeguard sensitive data and maintain system integrity. However, a lesser-known...
Windows Defender Falls Short in 2025: Third-Party Tools Still Required for Advanced Threats
In 2025, Windows Defender, Microsoft's built-in antivirus solution, continues to serve as the first line of defense for Windows users. While it offers essential protection, evaluating its adequacy in...
Cookie-Bite Threat: How Session Hijacking Targets Microsoft Cloud Security
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a new threat has emerged that targets even the most fortified Microsoft environments. Dubbed "Cookie-Bite," this sophisticated attack vector leverages...
Cookie Bite Attack: New Threat to Microsoft 365 Security Explained
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a new threat has emerged that targets one of the most widely used productivity suites in the world: Microsoft 365. Dubbed the "Cookie Bite Attack,"...
Critical ABB MV Drives Vulnerabilities Expose Industrial Systems to Cyber Threats
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, industrial control systems (ICS) remain a prime target for malicious actors seeking to disrupt critical infrastructure. A recent disclosure of...
Siemens TeleControl Server Basic SQL Injection Flaws: Urgent Patch Needed for ICS Security
In a stark reminder of the ever-looming threats to critical infrastructure, Siemens has issued an urgent security advisory regarding multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in its TeleControl Server...
Microsoft unveils AI trust, security, and Copilot updates to drive responsible enterprise adoption
Microsoft's Latest Announcements: AI Trust, Security, Copilot, and Partner Skilling Microsoft has recently unveiled a significant set of updates and initiatives focused on advancing artificial...
Securing AI in the Cloud: Challenges and Best Practices for Windows Users
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries, its integration into cloud environments has become a cornerstone of innovation for Windows-based enterprises and developers. The...