Tag: NTLM

NTLM disabled by default will soon become a reality in upcoming Windows releases as Microsoft continues tightening its security posture. The company announced plans to turn off the legacy authentication protocol in both client and server editions of Windows. This move targets long-standing weaknesses that attackers frequently exploit in enterprise environments. Organizations that still depend…

NTLM theft attacks have pushed Microsoft to disable the File Explorer preview pane for internet downloads. The company introduced this change to stop attackers from stealing user credentials through malicious files. The update enhances protection for Windows 11 and Windows Server users by preventing automatic previews of files marked as unsafe. Microsoft’s Security Update Explained…