In a major development for the tech industry, Microsoft recently unveiled its ambitious plan to establish a state-of-the-art data center campus in Rome, Georgia. This groundbreaking project, known as “Project Firecracker,” is set to shape the future of the region as the Rome Floyd County Development Authority (RFCDA) revealed the $1 billion investment, sparking excitement and anticipation. The new data
Microsoft’s inclusion of support for the SketchUp 3D Library in Microsoft 365 presents a noteworthy security concern for users. The integration of SketchUp into the cloud-based productivity and collaboration tools has been identified as a vulnerability. This article aims to delve into the disclosure of high-severity bugs, the bypassing of fixes, the impact on Microsoft 365 users, the discovery of
In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for businesses. The constant barrage of threats and vulnerabilities requires organizations to implement effective vulnerability management strategies. Interestingly, one of the major producers of vulnerabilities is none other than the tech giant, Microsoft. This article explores the challenges faced in patching vulnerabilities, questions around Microsoft’s position as a security company,
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations need to be agile and adaptable to stay ahead of the competition. The cloud has emerged as a game-changer, offering powerful solutions that enable businesses to not only thrive in a remote work environment but also deliver enhanced value to customers. Microsoft Business Central is one such cloud-based solution that provides collaborative capabilities,
Microsoft’s cloud segment has experienced remarkable revenue growth, reaching $31.8 billion in the third quarter, representing a substantial 24% year-over-year increase. This surge comes after a temporary stall earlier this year due to companies focusing on optimizing existing workloads. The success is largely attributed to the higher-than-anticipated AI consumption, which has contributed to Azure’s revenue growth. Microsoft’s comprehensive full-stack AI
Microsoft recently made a troubling discovery when it detected the presence of the nation-state threat actor Storm-0062, also known as DarkShadow or Oro0lxy, actively exploiting a significant vulnerability called CVE-2023-22515 in the wild. This alarming development has raised serious concerns within the cybersecurity community since the attacks have been ongoing since September 14, 2023. In this article, we will delve
Microsoft is taking significant steps to enhance the security of Windows authentication by introducing new features for the Kerberos protocol, with the ultimate aim of eliminating the use of the vulnerable NTLM protocol. This proactive approach from Microsoft comes as NTLM is increasingly being targeted by relay attacks, and its weak password protection can easily be compromised with modern hardware.
In the ever-evolving world of web browsers, data importing functionality has become increasingly common, allowing users to switch between browsers seamlessly. However, Microsoft Edge’s latest snooping feature, which enables it to copy browsing data from Google Chrome, has raised significant privacy concerns. This article aims to explore the capabilities of this snooping feature, address the potential advantages of data sharing,
Microsoft’s October Patch Tuesday update brings crucial fixes to address security vulnerabilities, including two zero-day vulnerabilities actively exploited by cybercriminals. Additionally, a critical-rated, wormable bug in Message Queuing has raised concerns for administrators of vulnerable systems. With a total of 103 CVEs addressed, this comprehensive update aims to safeguard users’ data and systems. Total Number of CVEs Addressed This month’s
In a significant development, Microsoft announced on Tuesday that its Cloud for Sovereignty offering has transitioned from private preview to public preview. The company also revealed that the offering is expected to be generally available in December. This move demonstrates Microsoft’s commitment to providing a secure cloud computing architecture that meets the specific compliance, security, and policy requirements of government
In today’s fast-paced business environment, maintaining a well-maintained accounting system is crucial for mitigating risks and, more importantly, facilitating the creation and preservation of value. Without a robust accounting system, businesses run the risk of inaccurate financial reporting, missed opportunities, and potential compliance issues. Recognizing the significance of aligning financial operations with business goals and growth ambitions, Microsoft offers an
Microsoft SharePoint Server, a widely used collaboration platform, has recently been found to have two critical vulnerabilities that can enable remote code execution and elevation of privileges on affected servers. Security researchers have not only discovered these flaws but have also released details of an exploit chain they developed. Additionally, a separate researcher has shared proof-of-concept code demonstrating how one
