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July 2025 (Click listings for more information).
11. ‘123456’ password exposed chats for 64 million McDonald’s job applicants.
11. Word for the web gets improved header and footer controls.
10. Windows 11 now uses JScript9Legacy engine for improved security.
10. PerfektBlue Bluetooth flaws impact Mercedes, Volkswagen & Skoda cars.
10. Following Teams outage, Microsoft broke Outlook email; more details.
10. If you care about privacy, stop using this popular Linux email client.
09. Microsoft Authenticator on iOS moves backups fully to iCloud.
09. Microsoft just gave a big reason to upgrade to Windows 11 24H2 with faster, more secure web.
09. Google reveals details on Android’s Advanced Protection for Chrome.
09. Microsoft has just confirmed a Teams outage as it can’t be accessed.
09. Vivaldi 7.5 gets second minor update to fix camera, tab, & mail bugs.
08. New Android TapTrap attack fools users with invisible UI trick.
08. Windows 10 KB5062554 cumulative update released with 13 changes & fixes.
08. Windows 11 KB5062553 & KB5062552 cumulative updates released.
08. Microsoft’s July Patch Tuesday fixes one zero-day vulnerability & 137 other flaws.
08. Malicious Chrome extensions with 1.7M installs found on the Web Store.
08. Microsoft temporarily removes one Edge change to fix unexpected issues.
08. Thunderbird 140 ESR is out now with new features, bug fixes, & critical security patches.
08. AMD clarifies Windows TPM & BitLocker bug that still affects Ryzen CPUs.
07. Parrot OS 6.4 ships with Linux 6.12 LTS, new tools, & updated system packages.
07. PowerToys 0.92.1 is out with fixes for Command Palette and more.
07. Atomic macOS infostealer adds backdoor for persistent attacks.
07. Microsoft Edge is now significantly faster than before.
06. This Week in Security – July 6 – by Zack Whittaker.
06. Hands-on with Windows 11 Notepad’s new markdown support.
05. Microsoft stops stealthily upgrading Windows 11 & 10 PCs automatically.
04. Some Microsoft 365 services may be down due to a global outage.
04. Microsoft tells Windows, Mac, & Android users to turn it “off & on” if OneDrive Search breaks.
03. Excel, Word, & PowerPoint on the web grab a welcome new feature.
03. Gemini to access WhatsApp, messages, and calls on Android devices by July 7.
03. Microsoft investigates ongoing SharePoint Online access issues.
03. openSUSE Tumbleweed’s June update brings KDE Plasma 6.4 & critical security fixes.
03. Microsoft asks users to ignore Windows Firewall config errors.
03. Vivaldi 7.5 is out with colorful tab stacks, improved tab menu, & more.
03. Google Workspace now lets you use custom AI Gems directly in Docs, Gmail, & more.
03. MS-DEFCON 2: Get ready to extend Windows 10 – by Susan Bradley.
02. Microsoft fixes ‘Print to PDF’ feature broken by Windows update.
02. Dozens of fake wallet add-ons flood Firefox store to drain crypto.
02. Microsoft: DNS issue blocks delivery of Exchange Online OTP codes.
02. Opera 120 arrives with a built-in translator and enhanced split screen.
01. PowerToys 0.92 brings performance boost, speed test, & Windows 11 24H2 default browser fix.
01. AT&T rolls out “Wireless Lock” feature to block SIM swap attacks.
01. July 2025 Office non-security updates have been released.
01. New FileFix attack runs JScript while bypassing Windows MoTW alerts.
01. LibreOffice takes aim at Microsoft Office with free guides to help users switch.
01. Google fixes fourth actively exploited Chrome zero-day of 2025.
01. Microsoft quietly installs KB5001716 on your Windows 11 & 10 PCs.

June 2025 (Click listings for more information).
30. Here are all the new features added to Microsoft 365 Copilot in June.
30. Here are all the new features Microsoft added to Teams in June.
30. Microsoft Defender for Office 365 now blocks email bombing attacks.
30. Google launches Gemini for Education alongside new AI tools for students & teachers.
30. Microsoft warns of Windows update delays due to wrong timestamp.
30. Cybercriminals steal health data posing as fraud investigators.
29. This Week in Security – June 29 – by Zack Whittaker.
29. Bluetooth flaws could let hackers spy through your microphone.
29. RIP LG smartphones, today is the last day to update your device.
28. Windows 11 KB5062233/ KB5060843/ KB5062197/ KB5061090 setup, recovery updates released.
28. Anker announces global recall of five power bank models over fire safety risks.
28. “Unexpected restarts” – by Will Fastie.
27. Mozilla fixes Firefox crashes on Windows.
27. Edge 138 is out with AI-powered history search & other changes.
27. Retail giant Ahold Delhaize says data breach affects 2.2 million people.
27. Windows 11 KB5060829 update released with 38 new changes & fixes.
27. Hundreds of printer models with weak password algorithms exposed, no firmware patch possible.
27. Whole Foods supplier UNFI restores core systems after cyberattack.
27. Hawaiian Airlines discloses cyberattack, flights not affected.
26. Windows 11 KB5060826 optional update brings a better Setup, new data migration tool, & more.
26. Windows 11 gets resizable taskbar icons, PC Migration tool, & more.
26. Certificates for one of Windows 11’s hardware requirements expire soon.
26. Brother printer bug in 689 models exposes default admin passwords.
26. Mozilla fixes Firefox crashes on startup and other issues.
26. Microsoft 365’s ‘Direct Send’ abused to send phishing as internal users.
26. Microsoft fixes Outlook bug causing crashes when opening emails.
26. Microsoft confirms Family Safety blocks Google Chrome from launching.
25. Microsoft failed to fix the Windows Vista startup sound in Windows 11.
25. WinRAR patches bug that lets malware launch from extracted archives.
25. Here are all the new features Microsoft added to Excel in June.
25. Microsoft confirms new issues plaguing Chrome on Windows.
24. Google Cloud donates A2A AI protocol to the Linux Foundation.
24. Windows 10 KB5061087 update released with 13 changes & fixes.
24. Microsoft fixes a known issue that breaks Windows 11 updates.
24. Windows 10 users can get extended security updates using Microsoft points.
24. New FileFix attack weaponizes Windows File Explorer for stealthy commands.
24. Firefox 140 released, bringing custom search engine, new ESR, & more.
24. More Microsoft Account headaches: The Office 2024 licensing bug is finally fixed.
24. Dell says it can’t be blamed for Windows Night Light breaking on its Arm PCs.
24. MS-DEFCON 3: Businesses must tread carefully – by Susan Bradley.
23. Google Chrome is ending support for two ancient versions of Android.
22. This Week in Security – June 22 – by Zack Whittaker.
22. Kubuntu is removing default support for X11 in new installs.
22. This hidden Windows 11 setting makes the system feel a lot faster.
21. Microsoft shares Defender anti-virus update for new Windows 11 & 10 ISOs.
20. Microsoft investigates OneDrive bug that breaks file search.
20. Windows 11 blocks Google Chrome due to a Microsoft safety feature; how to fix.
20. Aflac discloses breach amidst Scattered Spider insurance attacks.
20. Are Macs immune? – by Susan Bradley.
19. No, the 16 billion credentials leak is not a new data breach.
19. Godfather Android malware now uses virtualization to hijack banking apps.
19. Microsoft unveils new security defaults for Windows 365 Cloud PCs.
19. DuckDuckGo beefs up scam defense to block fake stores, crypto sites.
19. WD SSDs still block Windows 11 24H2 download and installs; Microsoft may be guilty, too.
19. Krispy Kreme says November data breach impacts over 160,000 people.
19. Is your iPhone’s battery draining? – by Susan Bradley.
18. Microsoft 365 will soon disable outdated authentication protocols for file access.
18. Facebook’s mobile app is finally getting support for passkeys.
18. Copilot in Excel just got a major upgrade.
18. Healthcare SaaS firm says data breach impacts 5.4 million patients.
18. New Linux udisks flaw lets attackers get root on major Linux distros.
17. Mastodon updates terms of service to ban AI model training on user data.
17. AI is good sometimes – by Susan Bradley.
17. Microsoft fixes Surface Hub boot issues with emergency update.
17. Microsoft locks Windows 11 users out, showing how easy it is to lose data from forced encryption.
17. Windows 10 KB5063159 fixes bug that wouldn’t let some Microsoft Surface devices boot.
17. Microsoft can’t help but break Windows Outlook, as even opening an email now causes it to crash.
16. Rufus 4.9 gets emergency fix for unofficial Windows ISO user experience bug.
16. Kali Linux 2025.2 released with 13 new tools & car hacking updates.
16. Microsoft shares temporary fix for Outlook crashes when opening emails.
16. Surface Pro 11 & Laptop 7 get firmware updates that fix shutdowns, black screens, more.
16. June Windows Server security updates cause DHCP issues.
16. Microsoft 365 security in the spotlight after Washington Post hack.
15. This Week in Security – June 15 – by Zack Whittaker.
15. AMD Ryzen 9000, 8000, 7000 CPUs have a vulnerable TPM-Pluton; major firmware fix released.
14. Windows 10 KB5060534, KB5060532, KB5060530, KB5060529 recovery updates released.
14. Anubis ransomware adds wiper to destroy files beyond recovery.
14. Microsoft Edge gets a new password feature & security fixes.
13. Google links massive cloud outage to API management issue.
13. Discord flaw lets hackers reuse expired invites in malware campaign.
13. Victoria’s Secret restores critical systems after cyberattack.
13. The Year of Linux? LibreOffice explains “the real costs” of Windows 11.
12. ChromeOS M137 goes stable, bringing new Face Control policy & more.
12. OneDrive for Mac now lets you sync files to removable drives.
12. Anker announces recall of more than one million power banks.
12. Here’s how Meta AI “leaks” your private chats.
12. Windows 11 24H2 emergency update fixes Easy Anti-Cheat BSOD issue.
11. Wikipedia suffers backlash from human editors over AI summaries.
11. Rufus 4.8 brings a performance boost for Windows ISOs.
11. Google Workspace brings 10 free AI features for nonprofit organizations.
11. Windows 11 gets update to fix system crashes when launching games.
11. Zero-click AI data leak flaw uncovered in Microsoft 365 Copilot.
11. 24H2 may not be offered June updates – by Susan Bradley.
11. Microsoft creates separate Windows 11 24H2 update for incompatible PCs.
10. Google begins rollout of Android 16 with several new features.
10. ConnectWise rotating code signing certificates over security concerns.
10. New Secure Boot flaw lets attackers install bootkit malware.
10. Windows 10 KB5060533 cumulative update released with 7 changes, fixes.
10. Microsoft June Patch Tuesday fixes exploited zero-day, 66 flaws.
10. Windows 11 KB5060842 & KB5060999 cumulative updates released.
10. June 2025 updates are out – by Susan Bradley.
10. Microsoft Outlook to block more risky attachments used in attacks.
10. Firefox 139.0.4 fixes browser freezes, wallpaper bugs on Windows, & more.
10. Mozilla shuts down more Firefox services you might still be using.
09. Google patched a bug leaking phone numbers tied to accounts.
08. This Week in Security – June 8 – by Zack Whittaker.
08. Linux Mint is finally getting native fingerprint login support.
08. Microsoft explains how Xbox Ally runs a lightweight, bloat-free Windows 11.
08. New Mirai botnet infects TBK DVR devices via command injection flaw.
06. Microsoft shares script to restore inetpub folder you shouldn’t delete.
06. Tax resolution firm Optima Tax Relief hit by ransomware, data leaked.
06. You can now measure internet speed & download videos using PowerToys Run.
05. BADBOX 2.0 Android malware infects millions of consumer devices.
05. Old AT&T data leak repackaged to link SSNs, DOBs to 49M phone numbers.
05. MS-DEFCON 2: Do you need that update? – by Susan Bradley.
03. Nvidia shares Windows hotfix driver 576.66 for FC 25 crashes, browser video bugs, & more.
03. As Windows 10 support winds down, KDE welcomes “Windows 10 exiles” to Linux.
03. New Outlook for Windows gets a major boost with June 2025 Update.
03. Mozilla launches new system to detect Firefox crypto drainer add-ons.
03. YouTube app is no longer compatible with several iPhones.
03. Google patches new Chrome zero-day bug exploited in attacks.
03. Android malware Crocodilus adds fake contacts to spoof trusted callers.
03. Microsoft confirms Windows Outlook breaks in many ways after Calendar feature upgrade.
03. Asus joins Microsoft, AMD, & Dell, urging you to prepare for the mandatory Windows 11 upgrade.
02. Cartier discloses data breach amid fashion brand cyberattacks.
02. The North Face warns customers of April credential stuffing attack.
02. Microsoft ships emergency patch to fix Windows 11 startup failures.
02. Microsoft warns new Windows 11/10 installation ISO downloads must have this Defender update.
02. Microsoft improves Windows 11 stability with KB5060614 & KB5059693 Setup & Recovery updates.
01. This Week in Security – June 1 – by Zack Whittaker.
01. Microsoft updates Windows 11 minimum processor requirements guidance for AI PC support.
01. Windows 11 gets emergency KB5062170 patch to fix errors when installing recent updates.

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