Windows App forgets how to log in with first security update of the year

The Windows App is Microsoft's one-stop shop for everything Windows launched via a rebranding exercise in 2024. According to ...
Forbes

Microsoft Admits Old Passwords Can Still Access Your Windows Account

Microsoft has confirmed using an old Windows password can still log you in. File under what the actual heck, especially on World Password Day. Microsoft has confirmed that, in certain circumstances, ...
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7 overlooked Microsoft security features that can greatly boost your account's safety

Beyond the commonly known Windows Security, firewall, and BitLocker encryption, Microsoft offers a suite of tools and settings to enhance privacy and protect your sensitive information, whether you ...
Forbes

Microsoft Confirms Password Spraying Attack — What You Need To Know

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Davey Winder is a veteran cybersecurity writer, hacker and analyst. Update, April 29, 2025: This story, originally published April ...
Bleeping Computer

Microsoft: Windows updates make password login option invisible

Microsoft warned users that Windows 11 updates released since August may cause the password sign-in option to disappear from the lock screen options, even though the button remains functional. On ...
Bleeping Computer

Windows 11 now supports 3rd-party apps for native passkey management

Microsoft announced that passwordless authentication is now easier on Windows 11 through native support for third-party passkey managers, the first ones supported being 1Password and Bitwarden. This ...
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7 Windows Security Settings Everyone Should Change

Considering how much sensitive data your PC holds, you’ll want it locked down tight. Windows does a decent job out of the box, but a you can boost your security ...