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Windows 10 Update KB5005033 bricks Alt-Tab functionality
[German]It looks like the August 2021 KB5005033 cumulative update (and July preview update) is causing problems for some Windows 10 users. The functionality of the Alt-Tab key combination seems to be disrupted, especially when playing games in certain scenarios. Users … Continue reading
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Tagged Patchday 8.2021, Problem, Update, Windows 10
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Old Updates for Windows 7 and IE 11 offered again as important (August 2021)
[German]Currently, some users of Windows 7 SP1 and Windows 8.1 are wondering about the updates offered by Microsoft Update Servers. Two users have contacted me who were suddenly offered ancient updates on Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 as important (thanks … Continue reading
Microsoft shows a "slim foot" with PrintNightmare
[German]PrintNightmare is the name given to a series of vulnerabilities in the Windows Print Spooler service. Attackers can use these vulnerabilities to extend rights and possibly take over domain controllers. Microsoft reacts half-heartedly with patches and recommendations, which in practice … Continue reading
Microsoft 365: New prices on March 1, 2022
[German]Enterprise customers who subscribe to Microsoft 365, which consists of Windows 10 and Office 365, will have to pay more in 2022, starting March 1. Microsoft has announced a price increase of between 10 and 20 percent. The reason given … Continue reading
2nd 0patch fix for Windows PetitPotam 0-day vulnerability (Aug. 19, 2021)
[German]ecurity researchers had recently disclosed a new attack vector called PetitPotam. By means of an NTLM relay attack, any Windows domain controller can be taken over by attackers. ACROS Security has now presented the second free 0Patch solution for different … 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 ...
Windows 11 ISO install image file released (August 2021)
[German]Microsoft has made the first Windows 11 installation image available as an ISO file for Windows Insiders to test. It is build 22000.132 – which already includes update KB5005190 (dated 12.08.2021). Insiders can download the ISO installation image file here. … Continue reading
Windows Server 2022 LTSC released
[German]Microsoft has released Windows Server 2022 LTSC on August 18, 2021 (according to my post Future Windows Server versions will only be available as LTSC, only LTSC versions with 10 years of support will be released). The ISO is available … Continue reading
IE 11 support for Microsoft 365 apps and services has ended on August 17, 2021
[German]Small reminder for users and administrators of Internet Explorer 11. As of August 17, 2021, support for this browser in Microsoft 365 apps and services has ended.
Windows 10: News from SSU integration in CUs (August 2021)
[German]Another small addendum about Windows 10 and the integration of the Servicing Stack Updates (SSUs) into current Cumulative Updates (LCUs). Due to massive problems with the installation of the cumulative updates from June and July 2021, Microsoft has released a … Continue reading
Microsoft explains SMB signing configuration
[German]Another brief information for administrators in the enterprises. Microsoft enables SMB signing for the relevant network protocol. This is to ensure the security of the communication. However, the whole thing is probably a bit complex, if I interpret this correctly. … Continue reading