As previously announced, the Internet Explorer 11 (IE11) desktop app has been retired as of June 15, 2022. IE11 retirement is occurring through two phases: (1) a redirection phase, currently in progress with devices progressively redirected from IE11 to Microsoft Edge, and (2) an upcoming Windows Update phase that includes IE11 being permanently disabled. The …
The October 2022 non-security preview release is now available for all supported versions of Windows. Information about the contents of this update is available from the release notes, which are accessible from Windows 11 and Windows 10 history pages. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see our Windows quality updates …
The public preview of the Unified Update Platform is now available to help you manage updates on premises. This improvement involves a seamless integration with Configuration Manager and Windows Server Updates Services (WSUS). See how UUP simplifies quality and feature update deployment, including upgrading your devices from Windows 10 to Windows 11. In preparation for …
Bookmark these troubleshooting tips to take full advantage of the existing Intune capability to expedite Windows quality updates. Those enrolled in Windows Update for Business deployment service can fast-track installation of security updates without modifying the existing configurations of Windows update rings. To do so, the article Expedite Windows quality updates: Troubleshooting tips provides guidance …
Bookmark these troubleshooting tips to take full advantage of the existing Intune capability to expedite Windows quality updates. Those enrolled in Windows Update for Business deployment service can fast-track installation of security updates without modifying the existing configurations of Windows update rings. To do so, the article Expedite Windows quality updates: Troubleshooting tips provides guidance …
The public preview of the Unified Update Platform is now available to help you manage updates on premises. This improvement involves a seamless integration with Configuration Manager and Windows Server Updates Services (WSUS). See how UUP simplifies quality and feature update deployment, including upgrading your devices from Windows 10 to Windows 11. In preparation for …
The October 2022 non-security preview release is now available for all supported versions of Windows. Information about the contents of this update is available from the release notes, which are accessible from Windows 11 and Windows 10 history pages. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see our Windows quality updates …
Update Compliance is being rebranded to Windows Update for Business reports, which was previously announced as Azure Workbooks for Update Compliance. With the general availability coming up in early November, current Update Compliance users are reminded of new eligibility requirements and the steps necessary to get ready for the upcoming improvements. Specifically, CommercialID is being …
The Windows 10 2022 Update – also known as Windows 10, version 22H2 – is a scoped release focused on quality improvements to the overall Windows experience in existing feature areas such as quality, productivity and security, and is delivered via a familiar and reliable update experience. Version 22H2 will continue the recent Windows 10 …
Today we are announcing the availability of new Windows 11 features and app experiences designed to help improve productivity. Last month, we launched the Windows 11 2022 Update in over 190 countries. At that time, we reinforced our promise to deliver new features into Windows 11 more frequently, in addition to our annual update.
A new blog article tells the comprehensive story of the ongoing Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) authentication hardening process: DCOM authentication hardening: What you need to know. This article explains the timeline of the phased rollout documented in KB5004442, and the key dates which ultimately lead to default enablement for the security of servers and …
Microsoft is releasing Out-of-band updates today, October 17, 2022, for some versions of Windows. This update addresses a known issue that might cause SSL/TLS handshakes to fail.
Updated on 2022-10-19: Windows PowerShell Backdoor Researchers from SafeBreach Labs have found a PowerShell backdoor that masquerades as part of the Windows Update process. The backdoor is being actively exploited to exfiltrate data. SafeBreach’s advisory includes a list of indicators of compromise. Note An interesting find and certainly new and different which makes it difficult …
Update Compliance is being rebranded to Windows Update for Business reports, which was previously announced as Azure Workbooks for Update Compliance. With the general availability coming up in early November, current Update Compliance users are reminded of new eligibility requirements and the steps necessary to get ready for the upcoming improvements. See how to get …
A new blog article tells a comprehensive story of Distributed Component Object Model (DCOM) authentication hardening. Historical and contextual details inform the timeline of the phased rollout, ultimately leading to default enablement and security of servers and client devices. Review the steps to keep your organization protected with the latest Windows updates, enable or test …
