Windows 10 21H2: Support expires in June 2023

Posted on 2023-04-08 by guenni

Windows[German]Microsoft has reminded Windows 10 users as of April 6, 2023 that support for version 21H2 will expire in June 2023. After that, these builds will not get any security updates. Users of version 21H2 have two options: Either they update the operating system to version 22H2. Or they check whether the machine is compatible for Windows 11 22H2 and switch to this version – at least that is what Microsoft writes. Another alternative would be to switch to a Linux distribution, provided that the required functions are available on this platform. And there would be the option of switching to Windows 10 1909 IoT LTSC – there is support there until 2029.

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Cyber attack on MSI (April 2023)

Posted on 2023-04-07 by guenni

Sicherheit (Pexels, allgemeine Nutzung)[German]Taiwan-based manufacturer MSI (Micro-Star International) has admitted to a cyberattack on part of its IT network as of April 7, 2023. Earlier this week, the ransomware gang called Money Message infiltrated some of MSI's systems, according to its own statement. The group threatened to release captured files on the Internet next week if no ransom was paid by MSI.

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Edge 112.0.1722.34 with new features

Posted on 2023-04-07 by guenni

Edge[German]Microsoft updated the Edge browser in the stable channel to version 112.0.1722.34 on April 6, 2023. The browser gets new features (e.g. Enhanced Security Mode improvements) as well as security and bug fixes.

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Windows365 Frontline introduced

Posted on 2023-04-07 by guenni

Windows[German]Microsoft has just unveiled its Windows365 Frontline – a Windows 11-based system streamed from the cloud. The system is designed to offer a personalized Windows that can be deployed and managed via Microsoft Intune alongside cloud PCs and physical devices. The idea behind the Windows 365 Frontline rollout is to offer shift and part-time workers the flexibility of the cloud PC. Continue reading →

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Citrix Workspace App 2203: MSEdgewebview2 causes high resource usage and performance issues

Posted on 2023-04-07 by guenni

[German]Brief note for administrators of Citrix Workspace App 2203: Build 2203 of the Citrix Workspace App in question seems to cause high resource utilization and thus performance problems under Windows. [Addendum: It's not clear to me, if version 2203 LTSC is affected, or if it's a typo and it affects 2303. I use 2203 here, in accordance with Citrix`support post.] The reason is probably due to the webview component of Edge (MSEdgewebview2). Citrix has suggested a workaround, but it is only applicable in certain scenarios.

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Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution

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Nexx garage door remote controller: Vulnerability allows access for hackers

Posted on 2023-04-06 by guenni

Sicherheit (Pexels, allgemeine Nutzung)[German]Anyone who owns a Nexx home automation system and uses it to remotely control their garage doors now has a fat problem. A vulnerability in the Nexx remote control allows hackers to gain unauthorized access to the garage doors. They can then remotely access this control, open the garage door and possibly enter the garage or even buildings via this route. Unfortunately, there is no countermeasure against such manipulations.

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Google Chrome 112.0.5615.49/.50

Posted on 2023-04-05 by guenni

Chrome[German]Google has released updates to the Google Chrome browser 112 in the stable channel for Mac, Linux and Windows on April 4, 2023. These are security updates that fix critical vulnerabilities. The apps for Android and iOS have also been updated.

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MS OneNote will block 120 dangerous file types in future

Posted on 2023-04-05 by guenni

[German]Microsoft is reacting to the fact that OneNote is now being abused as a malware sling for systems. The application is supposed to block 120 dangerous file types in the future, so that they can no longer be abused for malware attacks by downloads from the Internet.

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FBI seizes Genesis Market

Posted on 2023-04-05 by guenni

Sicherheit (Pexels, allgemeine Nutzung)[German]In a coordinated action, the FBI and international law enforcement have seized and taken down the domain of Genesis Market, dismantling one of the most important criminal online platforms. The Genesis Market was a central hub for criminals seeking to purchase stolen credentials as well as tools to harvest such credentials. The Market was linked to millions of cyberattacks, from fraud to ransomware cases.

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Critical vulnerability CVE-2023-1707 in HP printer firmware, no patch available

Posted on 2023-04-05 by guenni

Sicherheit (Pexels, allgemeine Nutzung)[German]Firmware from various laser printers is vulnerable to CVE-2023-1707 vulnerability. Certain HP Enterprise LaserJet and HP LaserJet are potentially vulnerable to information disclosure in managed environments when IPsec is enabled with FutureSmart version 5.6. A patch may be up to 90 days away. Administrators so far only have the option to perform a workaround in the form of a firmware downgrade.

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