CVE-2025-21391, the zero-day Windows storage flaw, stems from the way Windows resolves file paths and follows links, Walters said. File deletion is just the beginning of the problems it could cause, as it could lead to privilege escalation, unwanted access to security logs or configurations, malware injection, data manipulation, or other attacks.

Microsoft has rolled out the February 2025 Patch Tuesday updates, KB5051987 and KB5051989, for Windows 11 24H2 and 23H2, as reported by Bleeping Computer. After installing the updates, the build number for Windows 11 version 24H2 will change to Build 26100.

The latest updates resolve more glitches and security flaws - some critical - in Windows 11 23H2 and 24H2, so you'll want to install them sooner rather than later.

Today is Microsoft' 2025 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 55 flaws, including four zero-day vulnerabilities, with two actively exploited in attacks.

All supported Windows operating systems will receive an update this month for a buffer overflow vulnerability that carries the catchy name CVE-2025-21418. This patch should be a priority for enterprises, as Microsoft says it is being exploited, has low attack complexity, and no requirements for user interaction.

Microsoft is correcting 57 vulnerabilities in its February Patch Tuesday, two of which are being actively exploited in the wild, and three of which are ‘critical’.

Microsoft's latest updates fix 63 vulnerabilities of varying severity, so prep your system, save your personal data, and patch that PC.

CISOs should make sure that two actively exploited vulnerabilities in Windows are addressed as part of their staff’s February Patch Tuesday efforts.

Windows 11 update packs a raft of important fixes for nasty audio bugs and an Auto HDR glitch that has been seriously frustrating for gamers.

Redmond has made some certificate-handling changes that could trip unprepared admins Patch Tuesday Microsoft’s February patch collection is mercifully smaller than January’s mega-dump. But don't get too relaxed – some deserve close attention,