Microsoft disabled File Explorer previews for web-downloaded files to block an NTLM hash leak vulnerability, prioritizing security over convenience.
Windows 11
A critical Windows 11 update bug is causing Kerberos and NTLM authentication to fail due to a new, strict SID verification mechanism.
Microsoft released emergency update KB5070773 to fix a critical bug where USB keyboards/mice failed in Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE).
Microsoft's new PowerToys "Light Switch" feature, designed for automatic theme switching, is causing systems to rapidly flicker between light and dark modes.
Microsoft released an emergency update for Windows 11 (24H2/25H2) to fix the critical bug that broke localhost/127.0.0.1 authentication for developers.
Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update, KB5066835, broke USB keyboard/mouse input in the critical Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE).
A Reddit user lost 3TB of data after a Windows reinstall and automatic BitLocker encryption locked their drives without saving the recovery key.
Microsoft rolls out “Hey, Copilot” voice activation and visual context features in Windows 11. The assistant can now analyze your screen and automate system actions with optional Copilot Actions.
Microsoft Finally Fixes Windows 11 Bug Causing PCs to Auto-Restart Instead of ‘Update and Shut Down’
Microsoft is patching a Windows 11 bug that caused PCs to automatically restart after selecting "Update and shut down" instead of powering off. The fix is rolling out now to Insiders.
Microsoft blocked all known commands to skip login during Windows 11 OOBE. Users must now sign in with a Microsoft Account to complete setup.
New experimental flags in Microsoft Edge suggest that Microsoft may soon allow Windows Search results to open in your default browser and search engine.
Microsoft is testing a new Photos app update for Copilot+ PCs that uses on-device AI to automatically categorize images like screenshots and receipts, keeping data private.
Microsoft is offering Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) for free in the European Economic Area (EEA), removing conditional requirements after regulatory pressure.
Microsoft has fixed a long-standing bug in Windows Hello, removing the upgrade block that prevented affected devices from installing Windows 11 version 24H2.
Microsoft is bringing native video wallpaper support to Windows 11. The feature will let you set your favorite video file as a dynamic desktop background.
Windows 11's Notepad now supports on-device AI, allowing for text generation and summarization without a Microsoft account or cloud connection.
Microsoft is giving Paint a major upgrade with new features like a project file format (.paint) and an opacity slider, bringing it closer to Photoshop.
Microsoft's latest security updates are causing SMBv1 connectivity issues. Learn why and find a temporary fix for your file sharing problems.
Windows 11 is getting a built-in network speed test, but a closer look reveals it's just a shortcut to a Bing web page. Is it a real improvement?
Microsoft is testing a full-screen "SCOOBE" interface in Windows 11 to remind users about Microsoft 365 subscriptions, and it may block access to the desktop.
Microsoft's August security updates are causing unexpected UAC prompts and app installation issues. The problem affects all Windows versions and stems from a fix for CVE-2025-50173.