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New Windows LegacyHive zero-day gives hackers admin privileges
A security researcher using the “Nightmare Eclipse” handle has released a Windows zero-day exploit dubbed LegacyHive that allows attackers to escalate privileges on up-to-date Windows systems. Nightmare Eclipse published a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit hours after Microsoft released its July 2026 Patch Tuesday updates, saying that it abuses a security vulnerability in the Windows User Profile […]
Windows Server 2022 reach end of mainstream support in 90 days
Microsoft announced that Windows Server 2022 will reach the mainstream end date in October 2026, but will switch to extended support and continue receiving security updates for five more years. Windows Server 2022 was first announced in March 2021 and became generally available in September 2021 as the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC) release, with 10 years of support. “On […]
Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro reach end of support in 90 days
Microsoft announced on Wednesday that systems running Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB 2016 and Home and Pro editions of Windows 11 24H2 will stop receiving updates in three months. However, as the company explains on its support website, Enterprise and Education editions will remain under mainstream support until October 12, 2027. “On October 13, 2026, Windows 11, version […]
Microsoft: Some Dell PCs shut down after recent Windows updates
Microsoft is blocking this month’s Windows 11 security updates on some Dell devices because they are causing shutdowns and performance issues. This known issue affects only Dell systems after installing the KB5101650 cumulative update released this Tuesday for Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 devices. “After installing the June 23, 2026, Windows preview update (KB5095093), a limited number of Dell […]
Microsoft July 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes massive 570 flaws, 3 zero-days
Today is Microsoft’s July 2026 Patch Tuesday, and with it comes security updates for a record-breaking 570 flaws, including two zero-day vulnerabilities exfploited in attacks and one publicly disclosed. Patch Tuesday addresses 59 “Critical” vulnerabilities, 48 of which are remote code execution, 9 are elevation of privilege, 1 is a security bypass, and 1 is a […]
Microsoft starts testing cleaner Windows Search without ads
Microsoft is now testing a cleaner and faster version of Windows Search that should prioritize relevant results over ads and promotional content. These changes are part of a broader effort to improve Windows search, announced by Windows president Pavan Davuluri in March and aimed at delivering a more consistent experience across the Start menu, taskbar, File Explorer, […]
Microsoft expects more Windows security updates from AI-discovered flaws
Microsoft says Windows users should expect to see an increase in security updates as the company increasingly relies on artificial intelligence to discover vulnerabilities in its codebase. In a blog post published today, Microsoft said advances in AI have significantly accelerated vulnerability discovery, allowing engineers to identify more security issues before they can be exploited […]
Microsoft to enable Windows settings backup by default for orgs
Microsoft says the Windows settings backup and restore tool will be enabled by default on Microsoft Entra-joined or Microsoft Entra hybrid-joined enterprise systems after upgrading to Windows 11 26H2. Formerly known as Windows Backup for Organizations, this backup tool helps back up and restore enterprise users’ Windows settings after a device is reset, replaced, upgraded, or […]
Microsoft testing new Cloud Rebuild Windows 11 recovery feature
Microsoft has begun testing the Cloud Rebuild recovery feature in the latest Windows 11 Insider Preview builds released for users in the Experimental channel. First introduced at the Ignite developer conference in November 2025, Cloud Rebuild is a tool that can remotely trigger a complete system reinstall from the cloud for Windows 11 devices experiencing persistent […]
Microsoft fixes bug that removed Copilot buttons in Outlook
Microsoft has fixed a known issue causing the Copilot Chat or Copilot buttons in Classic Outlook to disappear for Windows users with the Copilot Chat (Basic) license. As the company explains in a recent support document, affected users may no longer see Copilot buttons on the side navigation and above the ribbon. Those affected may also […]