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December 7, 2025

K7 Antivirus Flaw Lets Attackers Gain SYSTEM-Level Privileges

A security vulnerability, designated as CVE-2024-36424, has been found in K7 Ultimate Security antivirus software, allowing low-privileged users to escalate their permissions to the SYSTEM level, thus gaining full control over affected Windows devices. The flaw arises from inadequate access controls in the named pipe K7TSMngrService1, which allows limited permission programs to communicate with higher-privileged programs. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to disable antivirus protection or execute malicious code with SYSTEM privileges. K7 Computing has released several patches to address the issue, but researchers have found ways to bypass these protections. The vulnerability affects K7 Ultimate Security version 17.0.2045 and potentially earlier versions, prompting organizations to upgrade to the latest patched version.

AppWizard

November 29, 2025

Colorado mental health center offering Minecraft therapy

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Winsage

October 10, 2025

Microsoft introduces Windows Backup for Organizations

Microsoft has launched Windows Backup for Organizations, enhancing the management of Windows devices and aiding transitions to Windows 11. Initially introduced at Microsoft Ignite in 2024 and in public preview since May 2025, the service is now being rolled out after a Windows update in September 2025. It requires manual activation through Intune or group policy and preserves user settings, preferences, and applications from Windows 10 and 11. This feature allows for automatic data restoration during device setup or upgrades, simplifying IT management. Data is securely stored in the Exchange Online cloud, with encryption ensuring only authorized personnel can access it. Administrators must establish backup and recovery policies before using the service, which is not intended as a comprehensive system backup.

Winsage

October 9, 2025

Microsoft: Windows Backup now available for enterprise users

Microsoft has launched Windows Backup for Organizations, a backup solution aimed at simplifying the backup process and aiding transitions to Windows 11. It was first introduced at the Microsoft Ignite conference in November 2024 and entered public preview in May 2025. To use this tool, users must install the September 2025 Windows Monthly Cumulative Update on devices joined to Entra, and it is off by default until activated by an IT administrator. The tool backs up Windows settings, user preferences, and Microsoft Store applications on Windows 10 and 11 systems, facilitating restoration during Windows 11 setup. The backed-up data is stored securely in the Exchange Online cloud, with access limited to specific situations like troubleshooting or legal compliance, and protected by encryption methods.

AppWizard

October 9, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Minecraft Pack DLC is Now Available

SEGA has released the Minecraft Pack for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, available for .99 or as part of the Season Pass in the Digital Deluxe Edition. The Standard Edition players can purchase the Season Pass separately for .99. The Minecraft Pack includes playable characters Steve, Alex, and a creeper, a Minecart Vehicle, six unique decals, a Minecraft World Course, five original Minecraft music tracks, remixes of classic tracks, and six emotes. A Minecraft Festival in-game event will occur from October 9 to October 11. The Season Pass also features characters and content from SpongeBob SquarePants, PAC-MAN, Mega Man, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available on multiple platforms, with a digital version for Nintendo Switch 2 launching in holiday 2025 and a physical copy in early 2026. Existing Nintendo Switch users can upgrade for a fee. A single-player demo is available on various platforms, allowing save data transfer to the full game, excluding Time Trial records and user settings changes.

AppWizard

October 7, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Minecraft Pack DLC Launches on October 8

SEGA is set to release the Minecraft Pack DLC for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on October 8, featuring characters Alex, Steve, and Creeper, along with a Minecraft-themed course and vehicle. The DLC is part of the game's Season Pass and Digital Deluxe Edition. An in-game event, the Minecraft Festival, will occur from October 9 at 5:00 p.m. PDT until October 11 at 4:59 p.m. PDT. The Season Pass includes additional content featuring characters from SpongeBob SquarePants, PAC-MAN, Mega Man, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Future DLCs include a PAC-MAN Pack in early 2026 and a Sonic DLC Pack for PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC in late 2025. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available on multiple platforms, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version expected in late 2025 and a physical copy in early 2026. A single-player demo is available for several platforms, with save data carrying over to the full game, excluding Time Trial records and user settings changes.

Winsage

September 1, 2025

Windows 11 25H2 takes the final step before release to all

The 25H2 update for Windows 11 is set to be released before the end of this calendar year, with a preview version currently available for Windows Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. The update aims to reset the timeline for security updates, making Windows 11 25H2 eligible for patches over the next two years. Notably, Windows PowerShell 2.0 and the WMIC tool will not be included in this update. New features in the preview include enhancements to the snipping tool, allowing users to record window videos and select content in various ways for AI processing. The broader rollout of the 25H2 update is expected to begin in October for all Windows 11 users, following a phased approach. A complete ISO version of Windows 11 25H2 is anticipated for download later this week.

Winsage

August 28, 2025

Microsoft releases Windows Backup for Organizations to ease migration of user settings to Windows 11

Windows Backup can back up settings for devices running Windows 10 version 22H2 and Windows 11 version 22H2 or later, but restoration is only available for Windows 11 version 22H2 or newer. Users on Windows 10 cannot restore their settings. The new tool may help organizations transition to Windows 11, especially with Windows 10 support ending on October 14, 2025. To use Windows Backup for Organizations, the August 2025 Windows security update must be applied. Systems are typically Entra-joined, but hybrid joined organizations can also use this feature. The Restore setting is being gradually rolled out, and users may need to wait about a week for it to appear in their Intune tenant. The backup process will occur automatically every eight days.

Winsage

August 23, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.5761 (KB5064093) has been released to the Beta Channel for Windows 11, version 24H2. This update includes new features such as seamless app resumption from Android phones to PCs, allowing users to continue using apps like Spotify on their PC. The battery icons on the lock screen have been redesigned for better clarity. Enhancements for Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs include a touch-friendly entry point. Improvements in the Settings agent provide direct navigation links. Automatic Super Resolution has simplified settings controls on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. A new keyboard shortcut for inserting En dash and Em dash has been introduced. Recent updates allow pinning favorite apps in the Windows share window. Fixes include performance improvements in the Settings app and enhancements to Windows Hello recognition. Known issues include problems with Recall functionality in the EEA and bug checks with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. An update for Snipping Tool introduces window mode screen recording, allowing users to capture specific app windows.

Winsage

August 23, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5761 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5761 (KB5064093) is being released to the Dev Channel. New features include the ability to resume apps from an Android phone on a Windows 11 PC, specifically for Spotify, which allows users to continue playback seamlessly. Users need to enable access to their phone and set up the Link to Windows app to use this feature. Improvements to battery iconography on the lock screen have been made. New features for Click to Do on Copilot+ PCs include a touch-friendly invocation method. The agent in Settings now provides direct navigation links from search results. Automatic Super Resolution settings have been simplified for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. A new keyboard shortcut has been introduced for inserting En dashes and Em dashes. The Windows share window now allows pinning favorite apps. Fixes include performance enhancements for loading the apps list in Settings, resolving Windows Hello recognition issues, and improving gaming performance with overlays. Known issues involve Recall functionality in the EEA, visibility of the Shared section in File Explorer, unresponsiveness in Storage settings, and issues with Xbox Controllers via Bluetooth. Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel receive updates based on Windows 11, version 25H2, and features are rolled out gradually using Controlled Feature Rollout technology.