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Microsoft Unveils Windows 11 Updates: KB5062839 and KB5063689 Setup and Recovery Improvements

This week, Microsoft rolled out new dynamic updates for Windows 11, targeting version 24H2, while Windows 10 did not receive any updates…

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Setting Up a Local Development Site on Windows Using Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re developing a website intended for a Linux server, you have a couple of options for your work environment. One path…

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Critical Vulnerability in Windows Server 2025: Semperis Research Exposes Managed Service Accounts to Golden dMSA Attacks

Semperis, a company specializing in AI-powered identity security and cyber resilience, has recently revealed serious vulnerabilities in Windows Server 2025. Their research…

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Windows 11 Install Media to Always Feature the Latest In-Box Apps

Microsoft has updated the Windows 11 version 24H2 install media to come preloaded with the latest versions of in-box apps. This change…

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How to Identify and Resolve High Disk Usage Issues on Windows: A Step-by-Step Guide

In Windows, certain processes can significantly increase disk I/O, adversely affecting overall system performance. This guide outlines essential Windows tools for identifying…

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Critical Golden dMSA Attack in Windows Server 2025: A New Threat for Cross-Domain Attacks and Persistent Access

Cybersecurity researchers have reported a severe design flaw in the Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs) introduced with Windows Server 2025. This vulnerability…

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Major Enhancements to Stock Windows 11 Apps: Boosting User Experience and Security

Microsoft has initiated a significant change for the stock apps included with Windows 11. Previously, installing these apps required additional downloads after…

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How to Fix Microsoft Defender Not Updating Automatically in Windows

When Microsoft Defender Antivirus is not updating automatically, you need to follow some diagnostic and troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue. Windows…

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Unveiling Sil3ncer: Exploitation, Ransomware, and the Dark Side of an SFTP-Only Server

Incident Overview A ransomware attack was investigated on a Windows Server 2012 configured for SFTP operations. The attackers exploited a vulnerability in…

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Exciting New Features in the Latest Windows 11 Update: 4 Highlights to Anticipate

The latest update for Windows 11, specifically the July patch, introduces a range of new features and essential fixes, especially appealing to…