Security

Google has recently announced client-side encryption support for Gmail on the web. The long-awaited security feature is currently available in public beta and lets Google Workspace users send and receive encrypted emails. With client-side encryption enabled, Gmail on the web now lets IT admins secure email communication within and outside their domain. The feature fully…

A first look at Microsoft Azure’s new cross-platform hybrid management service, Azure Arc.

Microsoft is getting ready to discontinue support for its Authenticator app on the Apple Watch in January 2023. The company quietly announced in a support document (via 9to5Mac) that an upcoming update will remove the Microsoft Authenticator companion app from watchOS. The Microsoft Authenticator companion app allows Apple Watch users to securely log into services…

Bitwarden has recently announced passwordless authentication support for its web vault. The new feature allows users to log into their Bitwarden vaults with a one-time code, biometric authentication, or security key. Bitwarden is an open-source password management solution for individuals, teams, and businesses. It enables users to store their bank card details, login credentials, and…

Windows 11 Secured-core configuration lock (config lock) is a new system-level feature on the Windows 11 2022 Update to protect secured-core PCs from unintentional misconfiguration. When enabled, Windows 11 config lock should guarantee that secured-core PCs won’t be affected by configuration drift. In this article, I’ll be detailing how config lock works and how you…

Microsoft has released a new update for its Microsoft Defender vulnerability management service. The latest release enables IT admins to assess the firmware security of client devices in their organization. Microsoft Defender vulnerability management was launched back in May this year. It’s a built-in module in Defender for Endpoint that can discover vulnerabilities and misconfigurations…

Microsoft has announced the general availability of its Entra Workload Identities service. The new solution is designed to manage identity and access for software workloads and Certificate-based Authentication. A workload identity is an identity that allows an application or service principles to access other services and resources. However, it’s a bit challenging to secure workload…

Last month, Microsoft introduced support for number matching to its Authenticator app. The company has announced on the Microsoft 365 admin center that the new security feature will be enabled by default for all Microsoft Authenticator users worldwide in February 2023. With number matching enabled, the Microsoft Authenticator app requires users to type a number…

LAPS-managed local administrator accounts can be used for remote administration providing that policy doesn’t block their use.

Configure Microsoft’s new Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) tool to protected local administrator accounts.