[German]Very unpleasant thing: I just came across a case where a Surface Pro 4 suddenly didn't want to charge anymore, then the battery swell and the device caught fire.
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Windows 10 Version 1903: Some bugs – Part 1
[German]In Windows 10 May 2019 Update (V1903) there are some bugs that people have noticed. Here are some findings that blog reader Reto F. have pointed out to me. Nothing serious, but unsightly.
Windows 10 V1903: Red screen tint bug caused by Update KB4512941 or Lenovo Vantage app?
[German]The cumulative update KB4512941 for Windows 10 Version 1903 released on August 30, 2019 seems to cause display issues for some users (e.g. screenshots). The display is turned to a colored reddish (red screen tint), as in night mode, if screenshots are obtained – or without screenshots on some systems. For Lenovo devices it could be the Vantage app, but also graphics drivers were mentioned. Here is an overview, what I know so far. Addendum: It's the Vantage app, Microsoft confirmed the issue and Lenovo has provided a support article (see inside).
Fake DHL mail with unknown keylogger attached
[German]A short warning at the begin of this week. There are probably phishing mails with alleged DHL senders in circulation that have an unknown keylogger attached.
Toyota Subsidary victim of fraud, loses 37 Millionen US $
Toyota Boshoku is a victium of fraud, as far as a notification from this company indicates.In a European subsidiary, fraudsters captured 37 Millionen US $.
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 10: Issues with update options – Part 1
[German]Within the blog post I would like to pick up two issues about the settings for updates under Windows 10 that has come to my attention. One is the possibility (or inability) to hide the update delay in Windows 10 V1809, which doesn't work. And I came across a case where Windows 10 was in the Insider Preview without being assigned an account from the program.
Mass scanning for Pulse Secure VPN servers
A brief security information for administrators of Pulse Secure VPN servers. A mass scan of the Internet for Pulse Secure VPN servers has been running for several hours.
Windows 10 20H1: Is Defrag providing a Boot Optimization?
Microsoft is experimenting with a boot optimization, which could find its way into one of the upcoming Windows 10 versions. At least there are first indications for such a feature in Windows 10 20H1. In addition, clearer command options seem to be implemented.
Ransomware kokolock adds mailto extension
A brief safety tip. A Ransomware, I call it kokolock, appeared, which uses personal information of the recipient to change file names. Here is a short intro, what I know so far.
Windows Analytics: Will be retired on January 31, 2020
[German]A brief message for administrators in corporate environments using Windows Analytics. The product will be discontinued on January 31, 2020, so Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 will only survive 2 weeks.