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Windows 11's 500GB storage bug is fixed. How to check if you're good
Winsage
July 15, 2026

Windows 11’s 500GB storage bug is fixed. How to check if you’re good

Microsoft's July Patch Tuesday update addressed a significant storage issue for Windows 11 users related to the CapabilityAccessManager.db-wal file, which had been consuming excessive storage space, with reports of usage reaching up to 500 GB. The bug originated from the Capability Access Manager service, which normally allows the file to occupy only a few megabytes. Update KB5101650 was released to fix this issue, improving disk space usage for the file. However, it is unclear if existing oversized WAL files will automatically resize. Users are advised to check the size of their WAL file using the Command Prompt or third-party tools, and if it remains large, to delete it following the update documentation.
Dark patterns in Windows are steering users to Edge: Mozilla-commissioned report
Winsage
July 15, 2026

Dark patterns in Windows are steering users to Edge: Mozilla-commissioned report

A report by Mozilla, titled "Over The Edge 2.0," reveals that Microsoft is using various tactics to promote its Edge browser, including misleading banners on Bing and pre-pinning Edge on the Windows taskbar. The report indicates that Microsoft hinders users' ability to download or set alternative browsers as default. It also notes that Microsoft's AI tool, Copilot, fails to recognize the default browser when opening links, and data-sharing settings are preselected to ON in regions like the US and India. Despite these efforts, Edge's market share has declined from 13 percent in June 2025 to just over 10 percent, while Mozilla's Firefox has increased from 5.84 percent to 6.44 percent. The Browser Choice Alliance and other browser developers have criticized Microsoft's practices, calling for fair competition.
State antivirus revived: "Multiscanner" returns after funding cut
Tech Optimizer
July 15, 2026

State antivirus revived: “Multiscanner” returns after funding cut

The Russian portal "Multiscanner" has resumed its service for scanning files for malicious software without mandatory registration. It allows users to upload files up to 256 MB in over 30 formats, including DOC, DOCX, PDF, PPTX, EXE, and ZIP. The scanning history is saved in the browser but can be deleted for privacy. "Multiscanner" is compatible with popular web browsers like Google Chrome, Yandex Browser, Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari, but is not available on mobile browsers. The portal was originally developed between 2023 and 2024 and is now managed by the National Technology Center for Digital Cryptography, operating in pilot mode.
After Google Vs Epic Games, Xbox Finally Gets Its Shot On Android
BetaBeacon
July 15, 2026

After Google Vs Epic Games, Xbox Finally Gets Its Shot On Android

Google's grip over the Play Store was ruled as an illegal monopoly, leading to the opening up of Android to approved third-party app stores. This change allows developers to use their own payment systems and skip Google's cut in many cases, making it easier for other app stores to compete. This is significant news for Xbox, as it now has the opportunity to launch its own mobile game store on Android, which has been a goal for the company for years. The loosening of rules on Android provides Xbox with a chance to bring its mobile store to life and potentially increase revenue by selling games directly, running promotions, and offering better prices without Google taking a cut. The history of Xbox's fight against Google and Apple in the mobile app store market is also highlighted, with Xbox having faced obstacles in launching its mobile store features on Android in the past. With the recent changes, Xbox now has fewer roadblocks in its way and a real opportunity to establish a mobile storefront on Android.
Dell PCs are shutting down after Windows 11's July update, Microsoft admits and blocks it
Winsage
July 15, 2026

Dell PCs are shutting down after Windows 11’s July update, Microsoft admits and blocks it

Microsoft has blocked the Windows 11 July 2026 update (KB5101650) on certain Dell PCs due to issues causing unexpected shutdowns, diminished performance, excessive heat, and battery drain. The problems are linked to the Intel Innovation Platform Framework Processor Participant driver, which affects power management. The complications stem from an optional June 2026 update (KB5095093) that introduced changes impacting the performance of some Dell PCs. Microsoft has not provided a list of affected models but is working with Dell to resolve the issue. The July update has been preemptively blocked from installation on incompatible devices, and a resolution is expected soon.
Microsoft: Some Dell PCs shut down after recent Windows updates
Winsage
July 15, 2026

Microsoft: Some Dell PCs shut down after recent Windows updates

Microsoft has temporarily halted the rollout of the Windows 11 security updates for certain Dell devices due to reports of shutdowns and performance issues linked to the KB5101650 cumulative update. The issues began after the installation of the June 23, 2026, preview update (KB5095093), which caused a conflict with the Intel Innovation Platform Framework Processor Participant driver. Affected Dell systems are showing a yellow exclamation mark in Device Manager and may experience unexpected shutdowns, poor performance, increased heat, and battery drain. Microsoft is working with Dell to resolve the issue and will not distribute the KB5101650 update to impacted systems until a fix is implemented.
Cursor Flaw Lets Malicious Cloned Repositories Trigger Windows Code Execution
Winsage
July 15, 2026

Cursor Flaw Lets Malicious Cloned Repositories Trigger Windows Code Execution

Cursor, a development tool, has a security vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution by simply opening a project repository on Windows. This flaw, reported by AI security firm Mindgard, is due to the presence of a file named git.exe in the project root, which Cursor executes automatically without user prompts. Mindgard demonstrated this vulnerability by renaming Windows Calculator to git.exe and placing it in the project root, leading to multiple instances of Calculator launching upon opening the repository. Cursor has not yet released a patch or advisory for this issue, which was first reported on December 15, 2025, and remains in the latest version, 3.11, released on July 10, 2026. Users are advised to implement workarounds, such as using AppLocker or Windows App Control to block executables by name and path. Other vendors, including GitHub and Google, have encountered similar vulnerabilities, but none have released fixes. The issue highlights the risks associated with untrusted search paths in software development.
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