Microsoft Patches Secure Boot Vulnerability After Seven-Month Delay

Microsoft Patches Secure Boot Vulnerability After Seven-Month Delay

Microsoft has finally addressed a critical Secure Boot vulnerability (CVE-2024-7344), which had been open for exploitation for over seven months. This flaw left Windows 11 systems susceptible to advanced firmware attacks disguised as verified UEFI apps, raising significant concerns about system security. The patch underscores Microsoft’s commitment to bolstering Windows 11’s defenses while shedding light on challenges within its security infrastructure. This TechyNerd article unpacks the significance of the vulnerability, its exploitation, and Microsoft’s actions, alongside insights into user reluctance to upgrade to Windows 11 and the ongoing dominance of Windows 10 in the market. The Secure Boot Vulnerability: A … Read more

Windows 10 Support end Threatens Majority of Active PCs

Windows 10 Support end Threatens Majority of Active PCs

As the October 2025 deadline for Windows 10 support end support looms, the cybersecurity community is raising urgent alarms. Despite Microsoft’s push to transition users to Windows 11, only about 30% of Windows PCs globally have adopted the newer OS. The remaining 60%—representing millions of active systems—are still running Windows 10. This leaves users facing tough decisions: upgrade to Windows 11, purchase a new device, or risk significant vulnerabilities after support ends. A Decade of Dominance Windows 10, launched in 2015, has enjoyed a decade of dominance as Microsoft’s flagship operating system. It is currently the most widely used OS … Read more