Patch Tuesday, also known as Update Tuesday, is a term used to describe the day on which Microsoft regularly releases security patches for its software products, including the Windows operating system. This event occurs on the second Tuesday of each month.
Microsoft is facing criticism from security researchers over its handling of a recently patched zero-day vulnerability. The controversy centers around CVE-2024-38112, a flaw in the MSHTML (Trident) rendering engine that was actively exploited by threat actors before being patched in July 2024’s Patch Tuesday update.
The July 2024 Patch Tuesday underscores the ongoing importance of regular security updates in the face of evolving cyber threats. With 142 vulnerabilities addressed, including critical and actively exploited flaws, it’s crucial for users and administrators to apply these updates as soon as possible to maintain the security of their systems and networks.
Here is the latest Microsoft news roundup for Friday, June 14, 2024. For more detailed coverage and updates, visit msftnewsnow.com.
Microsoft Patch Tuesday security updates were released for June 2024, addressing a total of 51 security vulnerabilities across its products. This month’s update includes fixes for one critical vulnerability in Microsoft Message Queuing (MSMQ) and another in the Windows Wi-Fi driver, both of which pose significant security risks.
Microsoft released several cumulative updates as part of its June 2024 Patch Tuesday cycle, including KB5039213, KB5039212 for Windows 11, and KB5039211 for Windows 10.
This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough on configuring active hours in Windows 11 to ensure that updates do not interfere with your productivity.
Microsoft has released the KB5035853 cumulative update for Windows 11 versions 23H2 and 22H2, with build numbers 22631.3296 and 22621.329, bringing a host of improvements and security fixes to users.
This February 2024 Patch Tuesday has been particularly robust, addressing a total of 73 vulnerabilities, including two zero-days that were actively exploited.