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Alex Simons@Microsoft Security Blog
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Microsoft is grappling with ongoing issues related to its Windows Updates, with another out-of-band patch released to address problems caused by a previous update. The May Patch Tuesday update had failed to install correctly on some Windows 11 virtual machines, leaving them in recovery mode with an "ACPI.sys" error. KB5062170 aims to resolve this boot error which affected Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2 systems, with the caveat that it does not fix a separate issue causing blurry CJK fonts in Chromium browsers at 100 percent scaling, requiring users to increase scaling to 125 or 150 percent as a workaround. The increasing frequency of these out-of-band fixes highlights ongoing challenges with Microsoft's quality control, impacting both consumer and enterprise users.
Alongside addressing update failures, Microsoft is actively developing AI capabilities and integrating them into its services. While specific details are limited, Microsoft is working towards building a "robust and sophisticated set of agents" across various fields and is looking at evolving identity standards. This future vision involves AI agents that can proactively identify problems, suggest solutions, and maintain context across conversations, going beyond simple request-response interactions. The company recently launched a public preview of its Conditional Access Optimizer Agent and is investing in agents for developer and operations workflows. In the realm of cybersecurity, Microsoft Threat Intelligence has identified a new Russia-affiliated threat actor named Void Blizzard, active since at least April 2024. Void Blizzard is engaging in worldwide cloud abuse activity and cyberespionage, targeting organizations of interest to Russia in critical sectors such as government, defense, transportation, media, NGOs, and healthcare, primarily in Europe and North America. This discovery underscores the ongoing need for vigilance and proactive threat detection in the face of evolving cyber threats.
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Microsoft Edge 136 is now rolling out, bringing Copilot AI integration to the New Tab Page (NTP) on Windows 11 and Windows 10. Users will start to see Copilot prompts when using the search box on the NTP. Selecting these prompts will directly open Copilot with the query pre-loaded, streamlining the process of utilizing AI for browsing tasks. Microsoft is also replacing the Bing or Search icon with the Copilot icon in the search box, ensuring users are instantly directed to Copilot.
This update signifies a shift towards AI-first browsing within the Edge ecosystem. An "Edge Copilot Mode" feature flag can turn Edge into a Copilot-first experience. Within Copilot mode, users can activate "Copilot-inspired New Tab Page," where Copilot takes over the NTP, replacing the search bar and features, like MSN, with a Copilot search bar that directs users to Bing.com or Copilot.Microsoft.com. Beyond Edge, Microsoft is also incorporating generative AI features into other applications. Windows Insiders can now utilize AI-powered sticker generation in Paint by entering a prompt. Additionally, a "Perfect Screenshot" feature in the Snipping Tool will resize selections using AI. Notepad also gains the ability to generate new content using AI prompts. Users can access these features through the Copilot menu or by using keyboard shortcuts. These additions highlight Microsoft's broader strategy of infusing AI across its product suite, enhancing user experience and productivity.
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