Neowin News Feed for: Security

Windows Server gets DNS over HTTPS (DoH) support

Usama Jawad — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:44:01 +0000

After months in preview, Microsoft's DNS over HTTPS feature is now production-ready, promising stronger protection without major network changes. Read more...

Microsoft is making an important security change in Windows soon

Usama Jawad — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:04:01 +0000

Microsoft is preparing major Windows authentication changes that further weaken NTLM's role ahead of future default shutdowns. Read more...

Microsoft is making a major change to Entra ID authentication

Usama Jawad — Sat, 30 May 2026 22:12:01 +0000

Microsoft has announced a significant Entra ID security update that could affect password reset access for some users and IT admins. Read more...

Hackers are now using ChatGPT share links to deliver malware

David Uzondu — Fri, 29 May 2026 19:48:01 +0000

Hackers are now abusing ChatGPT to generate malicious webpages that trick unsuspecting users into downloading malware onto their machines. Read more...

Microsoft no longer claims that Windows 11 has all the protection that you need

Usama Jawad — Fri, 29 May 2026 01:52:01 +0000

Microsoft quietly removed a Windows 11 blog claiming built-in security is enough for most users, possibly after backlash from antivirus partners. Read more...

Microsoft finally fixes one of the most annoying things about PowerShell on macOS

Usama Jawad — Fri, 22 May 2026 04:44:01 +0000

Mac users have been complaining about PowerShell headaches for years, and Microsoft is only now stepping in with a long-awaited fix. Read more...

U.S. delegation throws away all burner phones and gifts from China before takeoff

Usama Jawad — Sat, 16 May 2026 07:26:01 +0000

A bizarre scene unfolded after Trump's China visit, with officials tossing gifts, badges, and phones into bins. Read more...

Windows 11, Microsoft Edge, and Exchange hacked at Pwn2Own

Usama Jawad — Fri, 15 May 2026 18:38:01 +0000

Microsoft products and AI apps fell to multiple 0-days at Pwn2Own 2026 as researchers claimed huge cash prizes. Read more...

Microsoft is fixing the way Edge stores your passwords

Taras Buria — Fri, 15 May 2026 17:32:01 +0000

Microsoft admitted that storing passwords as plain text in memory is not cool, and a priority fix for Microsoft Edge is already on its way. Read more...

Microsoft Teams becomes key witness in government database wipe crime

Usama Jawad — Fri, 15 May 2026 10:58:01 +0000

A bizarre Microsoft Teams mistake exposed conversations tied to a major government database deletion case. Read more...

Google may reduce your Gmail storage from 15GB to 5GB, unless you provide your phone number

Usama Jawad — Fri, 15 May 2026 09:58:01 +0000

A new Google experiment is raising questions after some Gmail signups reportedly received far less free storage than expected. Read more...

Exchange Server has a "critical" security bug, but Microsoft does not have a proper fix yet

Usama Jawad — Fri, 15 May 2026 07:44:02 +0000

Microsoft warns of a critical Exchange Server flaw that could let attackers hijack browsers through emails, with full fixes locked behind paid support for some. Read more...

Nightmare-Eclipse drops YellowKey and GreenPlasma exploits for Windows 11

Paul Hill — Thu, 14 May 2026 06:08:01 +0000

Is there a backdoor in BitLocker? A new exploit suggests Microsoft might have left the door open for data access, while a second flaw threatens system security. Read more...

OpenAI announces Daybreak to bring frontier AI into cybersecurity workflows

Pradeep Viswanathan — Tue, 12 May 2026 07:48:01 +0000

Built upon OpenAI's frontier models and utilizing Codex as an agentic execution layer, Daybreak enables security teams to identify, validate, and remediate vulnerabilities quickly than before. Read more...

Major Privacy 0.99.9 Beta

Razvan Serea — Mon, 11 May 2026 15:56:01 +0000

Major Privacy is a Windows privacy and security tool that controls apps, file access, and internet use. It ensures only authorized apps can open encrypted files, offering unmatched data protection. Read more...

Microsoft is allowing IT admins to monitor your AI prompts and responses in plaintext

Usama Jawad — Sat, 09 May 2026 18:00:01 +0000

Your workplace AI chats may no longer be as private as you think, as Microsoft gives security teams unprecedented visibility into prompts. Read more...

Tech giants and civil rights groups warn UK's age-verification plan threatens the open web

Paul Hill — Tue, 05 May 2026 14:32:02 +0000

A massive expansion of online ID systems is looming in the UK. Discover why experts say these new laws could entrench Big Tech and forever change how you access the global internet. Read more...

Your Ubuntu 16.04 systems are now sitting ducks unless you pay up or move out

Paul Hill — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:02:01 +0000

Running a decade-old OS is a ticking time bomb for your data security. With standard ESM over, you're forced to choose between a risky migration or a pricey legacy subscription. Read more...

Microsoft will begin blocking legacy TLS connections in Exchange Online soon

Usama Jawad — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:12:01 +0000

Outlook's backend is dropping outdated security protocols soon, and organizations still relying on them could face sudden disruptions unless they act fast. Read more...

Microsoft releases emergency out-of-band .NET update to patch severe bug

Usama Jawad — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:14:01 +0000

A serious flaw in recent .NET builds has forced an urgent patch, with Microsoft warning impacted apps could grant attackers SYSTEM privileges. Read more...

Microsoft reveals job interview scam being used to hack macOS users

Usama Jawad — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000

A fake job interview, a harmless-looking update, and a hidden trap reveal how hackers quietly infiltrated macOS systems. Read more...

Microsoft kicks off phase 2 of paid ESU program for some legacy software

Usama Jawad — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:36:01 +0000

Microsoft begins ESU Period 2 sales for some legacy software, giving customers limited, paid security coverage as migration pressure grows. Read more...

Windows 11's controversial Recall is under fire again, while Microsoft denies flaws

Taras Buria — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:50:01 +0000

Windows 11's Recall is in hot water again, as a newly released tool shows how to extract all the screenshots and captured data. Read more...

Microsoft is removing XSLT support in Edge

Usama Jawad — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:02:01 +0000

Microsoft is a long-standing Microsoft Edge capability in a move that could impact a few legacy workflows and enterprise setups. Read more...

Google wants you to trust Gemini with your Gmail inbox

Usama Jawad — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:22:01 +0000

As Gemini expands in Gmail, Google reassures users that inbox data stays private, with no model training and only short-lived access during tasks. Read more...

Google Drive for desktop now scans uploads for ransomware

Ivan Jenic — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:46:01 +0000

Google is making uploading files to Google Drive through the desktop client safer with new security features. Read more...

Windows Kerberos hardening may cause authentication issues for some PCs next month

Usama Jawad — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:24:01 +0000

Microsoft has warned about a Windows authentication change next month, and if admins don't act in time, logins in some environments could suddenly start failing. Read more...

Microsoft is changing a Windows kernel policy that's been around for decades

Usama Jawad — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:00:01 +0000

Windows 11 will soon reject outdated drivers by default, but Microsoft is adding safeguards and overrides to avoid breaking critical systems. Read more...

Microsoft's new Entra ID feature fixes a huge MFA limitation

Usama Jawad — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:42:01 +0000

Microsoft just made a long-awaited Entra ID change that could reshape how enterprises handle authentication moving forward. Read more...

U.S. bans import of routers due to "severe cybersecurity risks"

Usama Jawad — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:50:01 +0000

The U.S. just made a bold move against foreign routers, and it could quietly impact millions of households across the country. Read more...

This new requirement for Android sideloading could frustrate power users

Usama Jawad — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:44:01 +0000

Sideloading isn't going away but Google is changing how it works and adding a surprising new process that could catch many Android users off guard. Read more...

Defender for Endpoint gets new Secure Score recommendations to boost security

Paul Hill — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 05:10:01 +0000

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is getting a new security recommendations that will help organizations boost their security posture in an increasingly dangerous world. Read more...

Microsoft Defender support for iOS 16 will end in April, here are the affected iPhones

Paul Hill — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:40:01 +0000

Microsoft Defender support for iOS 16 will be coming to an end in several weeks. Microsoft announced this just days after saying it'll pull support for Android 10 too. Read more...

Why the Linux 7.0 development cycle is off to a volatile start

Paul Hill — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:56:01 +0000

Torvalds warns of "random noise" as the latest kernel update shifts focus from drivers to high-risk core filesystem and networking changes. Read more...

Microsoft updates security baseline package for Windows Server 2025

Usama Jawad — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:32:01 +0000

Microsoft quietly tightens Windows Server 2025 security baseline with key defaults flipped and legacy risks shut down. Read more...

This Windows security feature blocks dangerous drivers before they strike

Usama Jawad — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:04:01 +0000

Windows has a built-in driver kill list. This "invisible" Windows feature stops bad drivers in their tracks. Read more...

Microsoft is uploading your confidential emails to Copilot for summarization [Update]

Usama Jawad — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:18:01 +0000

Copilot caught peeking? A bug reportedly let the AI read confidential enterprise emails it was never meant to see. A complete fix is still not available. Read more...

Microsoft announces powerful tool for security teams using Defender

Usama Jawad — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 20:22:02 +0000

Microsoft just gave Defender a powerful new upgrade that could transform how security teams hunt and respond to threats. Read more...

Google patches a critical Chrome vulnerability already being exploited in the wild

Ivan Jenic — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:24:01 +0000

Google patches a critical Chrome vulnerability already under attack by hackers. Users should update their browsers immediately. Read more...

Microsoft introduces new security tool for IT admins managing AI infrastructure

Usama Jawad — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:50:02 +0000

Microsoft just dropped a new command center for AI security, promising tighter control and clearer insight for teams without adding extra cost. Read more...