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Microsoft’s Symlink Patch Created New Windows DoS Vulnerability

Microsoft’s Symlink Patch Created New Windows DoS Vulnerability

A recent Microsoft security update intended to fix a critical vulnerability has inadvertently introduced a significant flaw. This allows non-administrative users to block future Windows updates, creating a persistent denial-of-service condition. Security researcher Kevin Beaumont highlighted this issue, emphasizing that it requires no admin privileges and could be exploited by malware, leaving systems vulnerable to other threats.

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