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Microsoft Patches Windows Zero-Day Exploited by Hackers Since August 2023

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Microsoft has fixed a high-severity vulnerability in Windows six months after being warned about the zero-day exploitation. Learn more about the critical Windows flaw and its implications in cyber security. The post Microsoft Patches Windows Zero-Day Exploited by Hackers Since August 2023 appeared first on Spiceworks.

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The End of Reboots? Microsoft Testing Hotpatch to Update Windows 11 Without Disruptions

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Microsoft is testing hotpatch, a new feature to eliminate the hassles in updating Windows 11 – system reboots. Hotpatch should be a welcome addition for all Windows 11 users who have held off applying security updates, which exposes them to cybersecurity risks. Find out when Microsoft will roll out hotpatch.

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Microsoft Deprecates Dated 1024-Bit RSA Keys for Windows

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Microsoft has announced that RSA encryption keys shorter than 2048 bits will soon be deprecated in Windows Transport Layer Security (TLS) to improve security on Windows platforms. The post Microsoft Deprecates Dated 1024-Bit RSA Keys for Windows appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Microsoft a Step Closer to Eliminating the Hassles in Reinstalling or Repairing Windows 11

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Microsoft is inching closer to introducing an easy way of reinstalling and repairing Windows 11 that will preserve local files. The post Microsoft a Step Closer to Eliminating the Hassles in Reinstalling or Repairing Windows 11 appeared first on Spiceworks.

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IT Pros Prefer PCmover Enterprise Over Microsoft's USMT

Subsequently, Microsoft & Intel recommend PCmover as an alternative for PC migrations and OS refreshes. Laplink surveyed IT managers and staff using USMT to upgrade PCs to the latest version of Windows. USMT is a toolkit and specifically won’t transfer applications, a mismatch between IT needs and USMT functionality.

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Microsoft Windows and Office Get Generative AI Upgrade

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Microsoft 365 Copilot will assist users with writing and summarizing documents and generating presentations. The post Microsoft Windows and Office Get Generative AI Upgrade appeared first on Spiceworks.

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Microsoft Windows Drivers Found To Be Susceptible to Device Takeovers

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The post Microsoft Windows Drivers Found To Be Susceptible to Device Takeovers appeared first on Spiceworks. VMware Carbon Black researchers have warned of alternations to firmware and system privileges.

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