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Microsoft Boosts Windows Security by Disabling File Previews for Downloads
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Microsoft Boosts Windows Security by Disabling File Previews for Downloads

Microsoft has rolled out a significant security enhancement to Windows File Explorer, automatically disabling the preview pane for files downloaded from the internet as part of security updates released on and after October 14, 2025. This proactive measure targets a long-standing vulnerability that attackers have exploited to harvest NTLM hashes and sensitive credentials used for […] The post Microsoft Boosts Windows Security by Disabling File Previews for Downloads appeared first on GBHackers Security | #1 Globally Trusted Cyber Security News Platform.

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