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Critical Remote Code Execution Vulnerability Patched in Veeam Backup Servers
Data resilience solutions provider Veeam Software has recently addressed a critical remote code execution vulnerability in its Veeam Backup & Replication product with a new patch. This flaw, identified as CVE-2025-23120, emerges from an incomplete fix related to a previous vulnerability (CVE-2024-40711) that had already been exploited by ransomware attackers. The current flaw allows any…
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Auvik Unveils Enhanced Features for SaaS Management, Network Visibility, and Server Monitoring
Cloud-based network management software company Auvik Networks Inc. has rolled out significant updates to its platform, enhancing capabilities in software-as-a-service (SaaS) automation, endpoint network visibility, and server monitoring. These innovations are designed to provide IT teams and managed service providers with improved visibility and control over their networks. The key new features include SaaS Automation…
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Understanding Host Process for Windows Tasks and Service Host: What You Need to Know
Whenever we experience performance issues with our computers, the initial step is often to check the Task Manager. During this process, you may notice the ‘Host Process for Windows Tasks’ or ‘Service Host’ consuming a significant amount of resources. Understanding what these processes are and how to address situations where the Host process has stopped…
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Windows 11: How to Navigate Mouse Settings Outside the Control Panel
Microsoft is transitioning more functionalities from the traditional Control Panel to the more streamlined Settings app as part of its ongoing updates to Windows 11. Currently, they are testing this migration in preview build 26276 for Windows Server 2025, with plans for a subsequent rollout to Windows 11. At this juncture, users can already adjust…
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Critical Security Vulnerability Found in Windows: What You Need to Know
Researchers at ESET have discovered a critical security vulnerability (CVE-2025-24983) affecting older versions of Windows, allowing hackers to execute malicious code on compromised systems through a zero-day exploit. This type of attack requires that the target device is already infected with a backdoor, ultimately raising significant security concerns. ESET researcher Filip Jurčacko explained that the…
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Windows 11 Streamlines User Experience by Migrating Mouse Settings Away from Control Panel
Windows 11 is set to offer users another compelling reason to abandon the Control Panel, as it transitions advanced mouse settings to the Settings app. This enhancement, evident in the recent Windows Server Build 26376, showcases how mouse-related functionalities are now conveniently clustered together, albeit still spread across various sections. For instance, options such as…
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How to Exclude a Specific User or Computer from Group Policy in Windows
To exclude specific users or computers from Group Policy Object (GPO) settings in Active Directory, there are several effective methods you can employ: GPO Security Filtering: This is the simplest method, allowing you to control which Active Directory objects can apply the policy. WMI Filters: You can limit the scope of the GPO using Windows…
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Enhanced Mouse Control: New Settings Migration from Control Panel to Settings
Windows 11 has evolved significantly since its launch, as Microsoft gradually shifts features from the traditional Control Panel to the more user-friendly Settings app. Recently, an important update was noted in Windows Server build 26376, where additional mouse control options have been relocated from the Control Panel to the new Settings interface, making it unnecessary…
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March Patch Tuesday Alert: Urgent Action Needed to Address Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in Windows and VMware
CISOs must urgently address zero-day vulnerabilities affecting Windows and VMware products that are at risk of exploitation. Administrators are particularly warned to act quickly due to a vulnerability with an open proof-of-concept exploit, which is likely to attract threat actors’ attention. As part of the March Patch Tuesday updates, significant security patches were issued by…
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Essential Strategies for Planning Data Disruptions in Exchange Server
It is crucial to be prepared for potential disruptions to your Exchange Server, as data loss and service interruptions can greatly affect business continuity. In this guide, we will outline effective practices for establishing a backup and recovery strategy for Exchange Server. Best Practices for Backup and Recovery Understand Exchange Server Backup and Recovery Concepts…