Cyber threats transmitted via HTTPS channels increased by 24% in 2023, according to cybersecurity company Zscaler. The manufacturing sector was the most targeted industry, while government and education institutions saw the highest rise in attacks. Encrypted malware was the key threat, accounting for 78% of attacks, showing cyber criminals continually exploit encrypted channels. To counter this, experts recommend replacing vulnerable systems, like VPNs and firewalls, with Zero Trust Network Access solutions, to inspect traffic and block threats.

Microsoft Releases Out-of-Band Patch to Fix Critical RRAS RCE Vulnerabilities in Windows 11
Microsoft released an out-of-band hotpatch update on March 13, 2026, addressing serious security vulnerabilities in Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2. Tracked as KB5084597 and


