In a newly issued advisory, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has put multinational enterprises and IT professionals on high alert following a series of attacks specifically targeting Commvault’s Microsoft Azure-hosted environment. This warning, published just as...
A critical security vulnerability has been identified in Windows Server 2025, posing a significant risk to Active Directory (AD) environments worldwide. This flaw, dubbed "BadSuccessor," allows attackers with minimal permissions to escalate their privileges and potentially compromise any user...
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A critical and as yet unpatched vulnerability in Windows Server 2025 has shaken the enterprise security community, exposing devastating privilege escalation risks for nearly any Active Directory (AD) environment leveraging the platform. Security researchers at Akamai uncovered the exploit—dubbed...
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Microsoft Edge, the Chromium-based browser developed by Microsoft, has recently been identified with a critical security vulnerability, designated as CVE-2025-47181. This flaw pertains to improper link resolution before file access, commonly referred to as 'link following,' which could allow an...
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Druva, a leader in data security solutions, has recently announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft to enhance cyber resilience for enterprises operating within Microsoft Azure environments. This collaboration aims to provide organizations with robust, cloud-native data protection...
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Smart App Control, a relatively recent addition to Windows 11’s arsenal of security features, marks a decisive shift in how Microsoft envisions frontline protection for everyday users. With threats growing craftier and more frequent, rigorous defenses have become less of a luxury and more of a...
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Few threats in today’s digital landscape have demonstrated such rapid, widespread, and evolving danger as the Lumma information-stealing malware currently impacting hundreds of thousands of Windows PCs. In just two months, Microsoft’s security researchers detected Lumma—also known as LummaC2—on...
Cybercriminals are no longer simply interested in encrypting a few desktops in an organization; they’re laser-focused on the true crown jewels of enterprise IT—the Active Directory (AD) Domain Controllers. Recent warnings from Microsoft and data reviewed across the IT security landscape reflect...
Siemens Siveillance Video, a well-established software solution in the video management domain, stands as an integral pillar of many critical infrastructure and enterprise security environments worldwide. Designed to be the keystone in layered surveillance deployments, Siveillance Video...
Navigating the complexities of healthcare cybersecurity is a daunting endeavor in today’s digital landscape—a challenge vividly illustrated by St. Luke’s University Health Network, whose initiatives and insights are now spotlighted in the latest episode of the “AI Agent & Copilot Podcast” from...
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A new wave of cyberattacks has emerged, sending ripples across the digital landscape, and it is targeting one of the world’s most widely adopted productivity ecosystems—Microsoft 365. At the center of this ongoing threat is a campaign linked to Tycoon2FA, a notorious Phishing-as-a-Service...
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the arms race between malicious actors and defenders is often defined by creativity, persistence, and—sometimes—unexpected loopholes hiding in plain sight. One of the latest revelations, the Defendnot tool, is a stark example of how cunning...
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Azure Managed Identities (MIs) have revolutionized the way applications authenticate to Azure services by eliminating the need for developers to manage credentials directly. This innovation enhances security by reducing the risk of credential leakage. However, recent research has illuminated...
There are ghosts in the machine, not of the poetic variety but of the unmonitored, high-privilege, code-running kind—scripts and scheduled tasks installed years ago by sysadmins who have long since left the company. These “dead man’s scripts” aren’t mere relics of the past; they represent a...
The evolution of service account security within enterprise Windows environments has seen major innovation with the introduction of Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs), particularly in Windows Server 2025. Promoted as an important cornerstone for automating credential management and...
Windows 11 users frequently confront a pressing question: is antivirus software genuinely necessary in a landscape where Microsoft Defender comes pre-installed, silently operating in the background? This seemingly straightforward query triggers a complex discussion about the realities of modern...
In a significant move within the cybersecurity landscape, Proofpoint Inc. has announced its definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity GmbH, a prominent German provider of AI-driven Microsoft 365 security solutions. This strategic acquisition, reportedly valued at over $1 billion, aims to...
Organizations tasked with securing sprawling fleets of connected devices are facing an increasingly complex, relentless cybersecurity landscape. Threat actors are moving faster, automation is powering both attacks and defenses, and in the midst of it all, security analysts are expected to...
The ongoing digital arms race has placed organizations under relentless pressure to defend their Windows Server infrastructure against an evermore sophisticated array of cyber threats. As cybercriminals refine their tactics, from credential theft to ransomware and lateral movement, Microsoft’s...
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In an era where digital communication forms the backbone of professional and personal life, email security has surged in prominence. Cyberattacks leveraging email as a gateway—whether through phishing, malware, or advanced social engineering—have repeatedly made headlines, affecting...