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Windows 10 Hardening Guide: 10 Key Stages for Cyber Resilience

Best practices for mitigating various attack vectors are changing depending on the environment and server functionality. CIS baselines cover most of the relevant scenarios by addressing the first stage of your Windows server hardening project. Microsoft has been doing some work related to default security configuration, but there is still a big gap between security best practices (i.e. common benchmarks) and the default Windows configuration.

What is the Windows Security Account Manager (SAM)?

To most people, the process of logging into a Microsoft Windows machine is a simple process of entering a username and a password. However, for a cybersecurity professional, the process is a carefully orchestrated mechanism. Unfortunately, throughout the history of the various Windows operating system versions, criminals have also sought ways to disrupt this process in order to breach a network. The primary target of these attacks is the Security Account Manager (SAM).

PowerShell Security Best Practices

Windows PowerShell is a powerful scripting language and a command-line executor developed by Microsoft to provide a better interface for system administrators to simplify managing and automating administrative tasks. PowerShell was launched in 2006 and has been a standard feature of the Windows operating system (OS) since Windows 7, enabling system administrators to simplify and automate administrative tasks while following essential security best practices.

Disable NetBIOS on Windows Servers

While NetBIOS (Network Basic Input/Output System) has been historically used for local network communication, it has several security vulnerabilities and limitations, and its use has diminished over time. Here are some reasons why someone might want to disable NetBIOS: Broadcast Traffic: NetBIOS relies on broadcast traffic for name resolution, which can lead to network congestion and inefficiency, especially in larger networks.

User Account Control: Only elevate UIAccess applications

User Account Control (UAC) serves as a security feature in Windows, aiming to safeguard the operating system from unauthorized modifications. Whenever alterations demand administrator-level permissions, UAC prompts the user, allowing them to either authorize or reject the requested change.

Audit Kernel Object

The Audit Kernel Object feature dictates whether the operating system records audit events when users try to access the system kernel, encompassing mutexes and semaphores. Security audit events are generated exclusively for kernel objects with a corresponding System Access Control List (SACL). Typically kernel objects are only given SACLs if the AuditBaseObjects or AuditBaseDirectories auditing options are enabled.

Windows 11 Explained: What Do Developers Need To Know About

Windows 11 is the new and trending operating system in the industry. Everyone, from end-users and administrators to software developers, is using it. However, there’s still a question: what exactly does Windows 11 hold for developers? Moving from one OS version to another can be a lot of change for software curators. So, here we have gathered all the details about Windows 11 functionalities and features, helping developers improve efficiency, build high-end apps, and streamline workflow.

Outdated SMB1 Protocols are Dropped in Microsoft's Latest Windows 11

Microsoft implements enhanced connection and encryption and removes outdated SMB1 firewall rules to improve Windows 11 security. Microsoft’s most recent Windows 11 Insider Preview Build includes a significant change to handling firewall rules, especially the outdated SMB1 protocol. By mimicking the actions of the Windows Server “File Server” role, the new method seeks to give customers a better level of network security.

Different Types of Windows 10/11 Updates You Must Know

Whether it’s an application or an operating system, every software needs an update to optimize performance, align with trends, and fulfill dynamic user requirements. The same is the case with the Windows 10/11 operating system. Microsoft, the developer of Windows OS, releases several updates for its product. In this blog, you will get to know about each one of them thoroughly. So, let’s get started by understanding the process behind it.

How to perform basic digital forensics on a Windows computer

Digital forensics is a critical field in the investigation of cybercrimes, data breaches, and other digital incidents. As our reliance on computers continues to grow, the need for skilled digital forensics professionals is more crucial than ever. In this guide, we will explore the basics of performing digital forensics on a Windows computer, including key steps, tools, and techniques.