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Patch Tuesday: Microsoft’s January 2025 Security Update Patches Exploited Elevation of Privilege Attacks

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Patch Tuesday: Microsoft’s January 2025 Security Update Patches Exploited Elevation of Privilege Attacks

Microsoft’s latest batch of security patches includes an expanded blacklist for certain Windows Kernel Vulnerable Drivers and fixes for several elevations of privilege vulnerabilities. The January 2025 Security Update addressed 159 vulnerabilities. Security patches should be applied to keep software up-to-date. However, early versions of patches may be unreliable and should be cautiously approached and deployed in test environments first. 1 Pipedrive CRM Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999),…

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This Trusted App Helps Sluggish PCs Work Faster

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This Trusted App Helps Sluggish PCs Work Faster

TL;DR: CCleaner helps your sluggish PC run efficiently, and it’s only $15 for one year. Over time, unnecessary files, cookies, and outdated registry entries pile up in any computer, slowing your system. CCleaner is a PC optimization tool that simplifies the process of clearing out clutter from your machine so you don’t have to do it manually. The one-click cleaning feature is quick, efficient, and trusted by many. And for a short time, CCleaner Professional…

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What Is Patch Tuesday? Microsoft's Monthly Update Explained

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What Is Patch Tuesday? Microsoft's Monthly Update Explained

On the second Tuesday of each month, Microsoft and other tech companies release patches for consumer and enterprise users. These updates, including bug fixes and security enhancements from the previous month, are known as “Patch Tuesday.” The monthly update is an important opportunity to ensure that security features and applications are up to date. Microsoft details the official Patch Tuesday release in their Security Update Guide. Below, TechRepublic explores its purpose, how it works, and…

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What’s Inside Microsoft’s Major Windows 11 Update?

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What’s Inside Microsoft’s Major Windows 11 Update?

Microsoft has begun rolling out its new Windows 11 update for 2024 — but it will come in phases. The update, known as version 24H2, opens the door to Microsoft’s new AI features in select PCs. The annual update also brings a new look for File Explorer, the sudo command for elevating privileges in a regular console session, new features and tools for IT teams, security updates, and more. File explorer and quick settings boast…

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StormBamboo Compromises ISP to Spread Malware via Updates

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StormBamboo Compromises ISP to Spread Malware via Updates

New research from cybersecurity company Volexity revealed details about a highly sophisticated attack deployed by a Chinese-speaking cyberespionage threat actor named StormBamboo. StormBamboo compromised an ISP to modify some DNS answers to queries from systems requesting legitimate software updates. Multiple software vendors were targeted. The altered responses led to malicious payloads served by StormBamboo in addition to the legitimate update files. The payloads targeted both macOS and Microsoft Windows operating systems. Who is StormBamboo? StormBamboo…

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BeyondTrust Report: Microsoft Security Vulnerabilities Decreased by 5% in 2023

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BeyondTrust Report: Microsoft Security Vulnerabilities Decreased by 5% in 2023

The number of Microsoft vulnerabilities has mostly flattened in 2023, with elevation of privilege and identity attacks being particularly common, according to BeyondTrust’s annual Microsoft Vulnerabilities report. Identity and access management solutions company BeyondTrust studied the most significant CVEs of 2023 and Microsoft vulnerability data from Microsoft’s monthly Patch Tuesday bulletins. The report includes vulnerability trends and tips about how to reduce identity attacks. Microsoft reported 1,228 vulnerabilities in 2023 The total number of Microsoft…

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Atomic Stealer Distributes Malware to Macs Through False Browser Downloads

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Atomic Stealer Distributes Malware to Macs Through False Browser Downloads

Atomic Stealer malware advertises itself through ClearFake browser updates disguised as Google’s Chrome and Apple’s Safari. Anti-malware software provider Malwarebytes has described a new variant of Atomic Stealer (also known as AMOS), which is malware targeting Apple users. The new malware variant, distributed through the fake browser update delivery mechanism ClearFake, advertises itself as updates for Apple’s Safari browser and Google’s Chrome browser. The malware is capable of grabbing a user’s data and sending it…

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Microsoft Ignite: New Solutions Offer More Security and Productivity from Windows in the Cloud

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Microsoft Ignite: New Solutions Offer More Security and Productivity from Windows in the Cloud

During Microsoft Ignite, the company announced various ways in which users will be able to get more security and productivity from some of its products. Microsoft is adding more AI tools to Windows, including Copilot on Windows 11, and giving developers more tools to create AI features of their own for Windows. With Microsoft 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop, you can use those Windows AI features on any device, and that gets simpler with new…

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