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I have trouble connecting to university wifi and it state "needed action". So I tried to reset my laptop and choose option keep my files only. When the process done, I tried to connect to the university wifi but the same problem occur. When I…
Windows Hello limit the creation of multiple passkeys for the same account
Some time ago I was able to use the windows hello authenticator to create multiple passkeys for the same account. The passkey settings panel can display these multiple passkeys. However, now creating a new passkey for the same account will overwrite the…
+92 country code not supported
Hi microsoft support i am unable to add my number for Two step verification against my microsoft ID
Is there a replacement for MSXML4.0 SP3.msi file?
I need the deprecated MSXML4.0SP3.msi file for a specific application, but it is no longer available. MSXML4.0SP3.exe, which I considered as an alternative, is not working as it should. Please confirm if there is a recommended replacement or alternative…
Is there a way to force a windows server to use TLS 1.2 or greater when communicating with Azure arc agent
We are trying to make sure our servers utilize TLS 1.2 or greater when communicating to azure arc (agent.) They can still use TLS<1.2 for other things but with arc agent always use 1.2 or higher. What is the best way to accomplish this at…
User Client Access License (CAL)
Hi community, I have purchased Microsoft Windows Server 2025 - 1 User Client Access License (CAL) With SKU: DG7GMGF0PWHT-0002 and i want to know is it possible to install it on Windows server 2022 datacenter and if it possible i want to know the way by…
Who to contact at microsoft to report malicious activity
We are seeing attacks on our Azure hosted website coming from ip addresses in China and Singapore. It looks like an automated vulnerability scanner. It has been going on for a couple of days. They seem to be enumerating our various sub domains. How do I…
Program Requirements - Microsoft Trusted Root Program (EV code signing)
Hi there, I have questions regarding the EV code signing and MS's root program. In the following link https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/security/trusted-root/program-requirements in 3.D.3 it says that at the beginning of August 2024, all EV Code Signing…
Vulnerabilities on 'Azure Stack HCI' Cluster nodes | Need help
Hi, We have a production Azure Stack HCI v22H2 platform that hosts customers’ critical workloads. We recently received vulnerability scan results for HCI nodes, showing the following vulnerabilities as security threats that we need to remediate…
Microsoft XDR (Defender) - DeviceEvents - ShellLinkCreateFileEvent
Hi everyone, I've been trying to create a hunting query in the Defender portal to identify when a malicious .lnk file is created. I noticed that an interesting event to detect and analyze this is "DeviceEvents --> ShellLinkCreateFileEvent",…
SMTP Related issue on Windows Server 2022 Standard
In Windows Server 2022, standard SMTP-related issues happen. Like: mmc has detected an error in a snap-in. It is recommended that you shutdown and restart MMC. What is the solution for the same?
Enforce the use of NTLMv2
Hi, If I want to enforce the use of NTLMv2 with the below GPO settings do I have to apply this to both the domain controller and the clients ? It seems like if I only apply this to the client then when I reboot the client I get the warning below.…
My website has been deemed unsafe by Windows Defender. How do I clear this mistake so my clients can access it?
Please help. My website: <Removed> is being blocked by windows defender. Some potential clients and users see an error message (attached) that blocks them from going to my page saying my site has been reported for phishing. It's been cleared and…
Outlook 2024 slows down massively when using remote credential guard
I would like to share some information here that might save one or the other admin who is in charge of Office and/or network security a few gray hairs. Also, I hope some MS office developers read this and ask themselves how this is possible and fix…
Concern About Windows 24H2 Issue
Sir, I have some questions about this iso'sWindowss 11 Iot loss, Windows Server 2022 and Windows Server 2025(24H2) Which one isn't any issue at this moment? How can I make multiple iso bootable pendrive without any other software?
Renew AD Root certificate - How to?
Hi Everyone, I need to renew my root certificate and I don't have a clue how to do this correctly. My DC's are 2012 R2 and 2019 and my AD DFL and FFL are: Windows Server 2012 R2, clients are all W10 and servers mostly 2008 and above and a tiny…
How to configure Proxy settings on windows servers using GPO.
"I'm trying to configure proxy settings for all our Windows Server 2019 and 2022 servers. I've attempted to use Group Policy to modify the registry, but the changes aren't being applied. Can you help me troubleshoot this issue?" Create a new…
Question About Windows 24h2 This Issue's Moment
@ADMIN/ @MODERATOR/ @AUTHORITY Sir, I need Windows 11 IOT Ltsc, Windows Server 2022 and Windows Server 2025 24H2 ISO To make a permanent bootable pen drive for lifetime use and start using my low-end and non-OS PCs!! But I Heard That I Shouldn't Download…
Query on WSL
Hi, I want to install WSL on Windows Server 2019. I have checked the Microsoft documentation, but I am unclear since it mentions both WSL 1 and WSL 2. Which version should I choose? If I want to install WSL on a server without internet connectivity, is…
Windows Defender Antimalware/Antivirus Signature Definition Check (Status: Remain)
Hi. I tried to solve for Windows Defender Antimalware/Antivirus Signature Definition Check by installing the latest mpam-fe.exe on Tableau Server but the issue still haven't been solved yet. I've checked solution by following this website. Last update is…