[German]Microsoft doesn't trust self-encrypting drives (SEDs) no more and has begun to encrypt self-encrypting drives (SEDs) using Bitlocker in Windows 10.
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Fingerprint authentication of Shopify Android app bypassed
[German]Security researchers have bypassed the biometrics feature of the Shopify Android app. It was supposed to provide merchants with secure access to their shops via a fingerprint reader. If the app is open, however, deep links can be accessed without authentication.
Windows10 V1903: Update KB4517211 causes printer issues
[German]Update KB4517211 for Windows 10 Version 1903, released on September 26, 2019 ,seems to cause issues with printers for some users. The printer queue fails and no printers are found. Addendum: Microsoft has confirmed the issue.
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Tagged issues, KB4517211, pinter, Update, Version 1903, Windows 10
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Cyber attacks at Rheinmetall and Airbus contractors
[German]The automotive division of German company Rheinmetall (Düsseldorf) has been the victim of a cyber or hacker attack. The company's production facilities in Brazil, Mexico and the USA were disrupted. The company does not know how long the plants cannot work properly now. Airbus was also attacked and the Hannover Medical University is also suffering from a ransomware attack.
Windows 10 Version 1903: Ready for broad realease
[German]Microsoft has announced this this that the Windows 10 May 2019 update, version 1903, is now available for all users and machines that still have Windows 10 version 1803 installed.
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 ...
German police seized a darknet server farm in a shelter
[German]German police has swatted an old NATO shelter bought by cyber criminals to operate a server farm for darknet services. The servers are taken down and has been seized.
Windows 10: Issues with Updates KB4522015, KB4522016 / KB4517211 (Sept. 2019)
[German]Here is a short collection of issues with updates KB4522015, KB4522016 etc. and KB4517211 released for Windows 10, which were reported by users here in the blog or by affected persons on the Internet.
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Tagged KB4517211, KB4522015, KB4522016, Probleme, Update, Windows 10
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Windows 10 V1909 ready, release on October 3, 2019?
[German]There are several indicators that Windows 10 version 1909 development is finished. The release could take place on Thursday next week, October 3, 2019.
Windows 10 previews are distributed via WSUS
[German]Microsoft has begun to provide function updates for Windows 10, which are still in preview status, via WSUS, thus enabling distribution in enterprise environments.
Windows 10 Insider Preview 19H2 Build 18362.10022
[German]Microsoft has just released the Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18362.10022 in the Slow Ring. The new build should correct some bugs of the previous build. The announcement of the new build, which will only be distributed to Windows Insiders in the slow ring, was made on the Windows Blog. This build includes the improvements and fixes to KB4515384 and general quality improvements to Windows 10 19H2.