Security Updates
The latest Security Updates coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Enhancing Cybersecurity with Microsoft Security Exposure Management: A Strategic Overview
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, organizations are continually seeking innovative solutions to bolster their defenses against increasingly sophisticated threats. Microsoft's Security...
CVE-2025-29817: Critical Vulnerability in Microsoft Power Automate Desktop Exposed
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Microsoft’s Power Automate Desktop has emerged as a powerful tool for Windows users seeking to streamline workflows and boost productivity. However,...
CISA warns: Siemens Edge device flaw rated 9.8/10 threatens OT systems worldwide
In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial automation, where edge computing is becoming a cornerstone of modern manufacturing and critical infrastructure, a newly discovered vulnerability in...
Critical LabVIEW Vulnerabilities: Out-of-Bounds Write Flaws Threaten Industrial Security
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, even the most trusted tools in industrial automation and critical infrastructure are not immune to vulnerabilities. National Instruments’ LabVIEW, a...
The Inetpub Folder in Windows 11: Essential Security Role and How to Restore It After Accidental Deletion
Introduction The appearance of the "inetpub" folder on Windows 11 systems following the April 2025 cumulative update has raised questions and confusion among many users. Traditionally linked with...
Windows Hello Login Fix: Resolving Biometric Authentication Issues After Windows 11 Reset
Overview Windows Hello, Microsoft's biometric authentication system, is designed to provide quick, secure, and passwordless login experiences using facial recognition, PINs, or fingerprints. However,...
Microsoft’s 2024 Record: 1,360 Vulnerabilities Demand Zero Trust Protection
In 2024, Microsoft faced an unprecedented surge in reported vulnerabilities, highlighting the escalating challenges in cybersecurity. The 2025 Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report revealed a...
KB5055523 breaks Windows Hello biometrics; re-enrollment offers temporary fix
Goodbye Windows Hello: How the April 2025 Update Disrupted Biometric Login and Solutions to Fix It Introduction Microsoft’s Windows Hello has been a cornerstone feature in modern Windows...
KB5057589 Update Triggers False 0x80070643 Error That Doesn’t Affect Installation
Introduction In April 2025, Microsoft released the Windows Recovery Environment update KB5057589 aimed at enhancing system recovery features for Windows 10 systems. However, this update became...
Microsoft Blocks ActiveX in Office Apps to Boost User Security
Microsoft has taken a decisive step toward enhancing user safety by announcing that it will block ActiveX controls in Office applications by default. This move, aimed at bolstering security across...
Unveiling the 'inetpub' Folder in Windows 11: Security Implications and Key Insights for Users
Introduction The recent appearance of an unfamiliar "inetpub" folder on Windows 11 systems following the April 2025 update (notably KB5055523) has sparked considerable discussion and concern among...