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Category Archives: Software
Microsoft Edge 105.0.1343.42
Microsoft has updated the Edge browser in the stable channel to version 105.0.1343.42 on September 15, 2022. The release notes don't reveal much – Chrome security fixes have been integrated into the new version.
Update for Exchange Extended Protection script, but still errors
[German]August 2022 security updates for Microsoft Exchange (on-premises solution) requires, to enable Extended Protection (EP) to close all vulnerabilities. The activation is done via script, which Microsoft provided – but this script caused isses. Now Microsoft has released an updated … Continue reading
"I don't care about cookies" sold to AVAST
[German]Small note to the blog readership. The developer of the browser add-in "I don't care about cookies" has just announced that he has sold his product to AVAST. I don't begrudge Daniel Kladnik this sale, but I have some thoughts … Continue reading
Attention: Backdoor in TechLogix Networx Power Delivery Unit; Isolate devices from Internet and Patch it
[German]There is a serious vulnerability (backdoor) in the firmware of power delivery units from the US manufacturer Networx. In older versions (prior to version 2.0.2a ), the firmware does not perform authentication, i.e. it is possible to switch off the … Continue reading
.NET Framework-Updates September 2022
As of September 13, 2022, Microsoft has released a few more updates for the .NET Framework. Bolko pointed it out here (thanks for that). Update KB5017529 is the Security and Quality Rollup for .NET Framework 3.5.1, 4.6.2, 4.7, 4.7.1, 4.7.2, … Continue reading
Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution
[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...
Trend Micro Apex One: Patch Critical Vulnerabilities (Sept. 2022)
[German]Trend Micro warns of various vulnerabilities, including a remote execution vulnerability (RCE), in its security solution Trend Micro Apex One. This vulnerability in the endpoint security solution is said to be already exploited. However, Trend Micro has released an update … Continue reading
Microsoft Security Update Summary (September 13, 2022)
[German]On September 13, 2022, Microsoft released security updates for Windows clients and servers, for Office, etc. – as well as for other products – were released. The security updates also eliminate 63 vulnerabilities, 5 of which are critical and one … Continue reading
SharkBot Trojan in the Play Store – "Antivirus apps" risk
[German]The SharkBot banking Trojan has reappeared in the Google Play Store, disguised as an antivirus and cleaner app. Security researchers from CyberNews write: Android users should think twice before downloading free apps to clean their phones and "protect" them from … Continue reading
Intune Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Update from iOS 15 to iOS 16 may fail …
[German]Brief note for administrators who use Microsoft Endpoint Manager to manage mobile devices. Microsoft has just announced that iOS/iPadOS 15 devices that are logged in with a user registry cannot be successfully updated to iOS 16.
Microsofts Windows Container Runtime Support ends September 2022
Brief note for administrators using Mirantis Container Runtime (formerly Docker EE) on Windows: Microsoft has discontinued support because it is transitioning to Mirantis Inc. As a result, the corresponding containers will soon be removed from Microsoft's download.