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AppWizard

October 14, 2025

Google tried to kill this Pixel VoLTE-enabling app, but the developer already has a fix

In early 2023, a Korean developer launched the "Pixel IMS" app, enabling VoLTE and VoWiFi on unsupported carriers for Pixel users. A recent Google update in October 2025 disrupted this functionality by closing a loophole that allowed the app to access the overrideConfig API, resulting in the app crashing when users tried to toggle these features. The overrideConfig API is restricted to apps with the MODIFYPHONESTATE permission, typically reserved for privileged system applications. The Pixel IMS app had previously used Shizuku, an open-source tool, to gain elevated privileges and access the API. Google reclassified the loophole as a high-severity privilege escalation vulnerability but did not include it in the latest security bulletin. The update added a check to the overrideConfig API, blocking access from the shell user. In response, the developer created a workaround that indirectly calls the API through an Instrumentation component, circumventing the restriction. However, this workaround is vulnerable to future patches from Google, which could remove the necessary permissions from the shell app.

Winsage

July 10, 2025

Microsoft admits Windows Server Update Services sync is failing

Microsoft has acknowledged ongoing issues with Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) that are affecting the synchronization and deployment of updates, leading to significant challenges for businesses. Users have reported synchronization failures and timeout errors, with many expressing frustration over the lack of communication from Microsoft. The affected platforms include various versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11, as well as multiple Windows Server versions. Error logs indicate problems such as "Unable to connect to the remote server." Currently, there is no workaround available, and Microsoft is working on repairs related to a problematic update revision. Reports of the issue have emerged globally, with some users experiencing new errors and an overwhelming number of updates being downloaded.

Winsage

July 9, 2025

Microsoft confirms Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) sync is broken

Microsoft has acknowledged a disruption affecting Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), preventing organizations from syncing with Microsoft Update and deploying the latest Windows updates. Reports indicate that synchronization has been compromised since last night, with error messages such as "A connection attempt failed" and ".NET errors indicating that 'The operation has timed out.'" Some administrators noted a brief resumption of synchronization around 12:30 am ET, but it was short-lived. Microsoft attributed the issue to a "problematic update revision in the storage layer," which affects devices trying to sync updates via WSUS. There are currently no workarounds available, and Microsoft is working on a resolution.

AppWizard

July 5, 2025

I built a PiKVM to control my PC remotely, and it’s a game-changer

The PiKVM project allows users to control a desktop or server remotely using a Raspberry Pi 4B and an HDMI-CSI bridge adapter, providing comprehensive keyboard, video, and mouse control even during reboots. It offers browser-based access to the PC's screen in real-time, enabling actions like force shutdowns, BIOS access, and operating system reinstallation, independent of the host system's operating system. The setup captures HDMI output and simulates USB input, functioning in scenarios like BIOS or crash screens. Essential components for building a PiKVM include a Raspberry Pi 4B, an HDMI-to-CSI bridge adapter, a microSD card, USB cables, an official power supply, and the latest PiKVM OS image. The setup process involves writing the OS image to the SD card, connecting the hardware, and accessing the web interface for remote control. PiKVM is beneficial for tasks such as troubleshooting boot sequences, configuring BIOS settings, and monitoring system status without physical interaction.

Winsage

July 3, 2025

Microsoft Windows Firewall complains about Microsoft code

A recent update to Windows 11 24H2 has caused confusion among users due to a "under development" code disrupting the Windows Firewall, following the installation of the June 2025 non-security preview update. An error logged in the Event Viewer states 'Config Read Failed' with 'More data is available,' appearing every time the device restarts. Microsoft has confirmed that these logs do not indicate a real problem with the Windows Firewall and can be ignored, as the firewall is expected to function normally. The issue is linked to an unfinished feature, and while it complicates device health monitoring, it does not significantly disrupt operations. Microsoft is working on a fix but has not provided a timeline for resolution.