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Microsoft has officially acknowledged a significant bug in recent Windows security updates that is causing application installation and repair failures across multiple versions of Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server. The issue stems from a security enhancement in the August 2025 updates, which now incorrectly triggers User Account Control (UAC) prompts for standard, non-administrator […] The post Microsoft Confirms UAC Bug Breaks App Install On Windows 11 And 10 Versions appeared first on Cyber Security News.
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The recently emerged DireWolf ransomware group has launched a sophisticated new campaign targeting Windows systems worldwide, employing ruthless tactics to delete event logs, erase backup-related data, and thwart recovery efforts. First sighted in May …
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Inf0s3c Stealer, a stealthy Python-based grabber built to harvest system information and user data from Windows hosts. Packed as a 64-bit PE file compressed with UPX and bundled via PyInstaller, the executable imports a suite of Windows API functions t…
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A sophisticated malware operation that combines multiple attack vectors to steal cryptocurrency and deliver additional malicious payloads to Windows systems. A recently discovered TinyLoader malware campaign is actively targeting Windows users through …
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In a novel twist on the year-long trend of ClickFix scams, threat actors have blended human-verification social engineering with the Windows search protocol to deliver MetaStealer, a commodity infostealer notorious for harvesting credentials and exfilt…
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A sophisticated new keylogger malware dubbed “TinkyWinkey” that is targeting Windows systems with advanced stealth capabilities and comprehensive data exfiltration features. First observed in late June 2025, this malware represents a signif…
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Microsoft is issuing a direct call to its hardware partners, urging original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to address configuration issues that prevent crucial USB-C troubleshooting notifications from functioning correctly in Windows 11. These built-in alerts are designed to enhance user experience by identifying and helping to resolve common problems such as slow charging, faulty connections, and […] The post Microsoft Urges OEM Manufacturers to Fix Windows 11 USB-C Notification issues appeared first on Cyber Security News.
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Microsoft has opened the Release Preview Channel to Windows Insiders for the forthcoming Windows 11, version 25H2 (Build 26200.5074) enablement package (eKB), offering an early look at this year’s annual feature update. Insiders can now opt in via Windows Update’s “seeker” experience, with general availability slated for later in the calendar year. Key Takeaways1. Windows […] The post Windows 11 25H2 Update Preview Released, What’s New? appeared first on Cyber Security News.
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Cybercriminals are exploiting Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) policies to systematically disable Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) agents, creating a dangerous blind spot in corporate security infrastructure. Real-world threat actors, including ransomware groups like Black Basta, have now adopted a sophisticated attack technique originally developed as a proof-of-concept. Key Takeaways1. Attackers weaponize WDAC to block […] The post Hackers Leverage Windows Defender Application Control Policies to Disable EDR Agents appeared first on Cyber Security News.
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Microsoft has begun rolling out the Windows 11, version 25H2 (Build 26200.5074) preview to the Release Preview Channel, offering enthusiasts and enterprise customers an early look at this year’s annual feature update ahead of general availability later…
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