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Microsoft April Patch Tuesday reveals 167 vulnerabilities
3 days ago
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Microsoft's latest security update fixes an exploited SharePoint flaw and a critical Windows IKE bug as browser patches surge to record levels.
Manifest tool boosts SBOMs for critical C & C++ code
Last month
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application security
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cartech
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devsecops
Manifest unveils SBOM generator for unmanaged C and C++ code, tackling critical supply chain blind spots in embedded and safety systems.
Microsoft patches major SQL Server flaw in March update
Last month
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
Microsoft's March Patch Tuesday fixes 77 flaws, including a severe SQL Server bug that could grant attackers sysadmin rights remotely.
Microsoft patches zero-day, kills legacy Windows drivers
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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mdm
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Microsoft's first 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes an exploited DWM zero-day, strips decades-old modem drivers and tackles Secure Boot risks.
Has 2025 seen a successful refresh to Windows 11?
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Windows 11 now leads with 53.7% market share, but 2025's patches, bugs and pressure tactics have left many users unconvinced by the upgrade.
Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, firms urged to migrate soon
Mon, 13th Oct 2025
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data protection
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migration
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cybersecurity
Microsoft will end Windows 10 support on 14 October 2025, urging firms to migrate soon as security updates and technical support will cease.
Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns
Sat, 11th Oct 2025
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data protection
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mfa
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phishing
Microsoft will end Windows 10 support from 14 October, leaving millions at risk without security updates unless they upgrade or enrol in Extended Security Updates.
July Patch Tuesday reveals 137 vulnerabilities
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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sharepoint
Microsoft's July Patch Tuesday addresses 137 vulnerabilities, including 11 critical remote code execution flaws, with no zero-day exploits reported.
As Microsoft Exchange 2016 and 2019 sunset, how can privacy-conscious organisations future-proof their email?
Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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email security
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data privacy
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microsoft
With Microsoft Exchange 2016 and 2019 ending support in 2025, organisations face critical choices over email privacy, cost, and data control in Australia.
AI-enabled PCs to boost struggling UK computer market
Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
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microsoft
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pc market
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end of support
However, the impending end of support for Microsoft's Windows 10, in October 2025, could thwart second-life opportunities for numerous devices.
Security at risk as PC users continue to use end-of-life Windows 7
Tue, 11th May 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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kaspersky
Almost a quarter of PC users are still using the outdated Windows 7 operating system, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks, according to Kaspersky.
End of Support for Windows 7 and 8.1 might be sooner than you think
Wed, 20th Jan 2016
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microsoft
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windows
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intel
Microsoft will phase out support for Windows 7 and 8.1 on machines with Skylake systems over the next 18 months.
Windows Server 2003 end of life: what it means for security
Tue, 14th Jul 2015
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datacentre infrastructure
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microsoft
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trend micro
Businesses need to be aware of the risks of running out-of-support platforms as Microsoft stops security updates Windows Server 2003.
Patch Tuesday due this week
Sun, 9th May 2010
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microsoft
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windows
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support
Microsoft will fix two vulnerabilities it considers<br />critical, when it issues its monthly Patch Tuesday update this week.
Support ending soon for some Windows users
Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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microsoft
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windows
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support
Microsoft has issued use-by deadlines for more Windows<br />products - meaning full support for them will soon cease.