𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹

In this video, I walk through the fundamentals of the Active Directory Tier Model — what it is, why it matters, and how it helps protect privileged accounts and critical assets in your Windows environment.

This is a high-level technical overview aimed at IT admins and security professionals who work with Active Directory and want to improve their security posture.

📺 Watch the video to get a better grasp of how to segment administrative privileges and limit lateral movement. 👇 👇
https://youtu.be/K4EOaJOxDdI

#ActiveDirectory #TierModel #ITSecurity #WindowsSecurity #CyberSecurity #SecOps #BlueTeam

Windows Admins—Don’t Delete That Empty inetpub Folder!

Microsoft has released a PowerShell script to restore the C:\inetpub folder created by the April 2025 security update after many users mistakenly deleted it, not realizing it plays a critical role in mitigating a high-severity privilege escalation vulnerability (CVE-2025-21204).

This seemingly empty folder helps protect against attackers escalating privileges using symbolic link abuse, and deleting it can leave your organization vulnerable. If you have already deleted it, Microsoft has a restoration script.

Read the details: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-shares-script-to-restore-inetpub-folder-you-shouldnt-delete/

#WindowsSecurity #PowerShell #CVE202521204 #PrivilegeEscalation #PatchManagement #Cybersecurity #ITAdmin #Microsoft #CISO #Infosec #IT

🚨 Windows-kwetsbaarheid door verwijderde 'inetpub'-map! Herstel snel met het PowerShell-script van Microsoft. Bescherm je systeem nu! 🔒 #WindowsSecurity 
https://itinsights.nl/cybersecurity/verwijderde-map-maakt-windows-kwetsbaar-herstel-nu/

Ever wonder how an "empty" folder could be a secret hero? Microsoft's latest update transforms the inetpub folder into a safeguard against dangerous privilege escalation attacks. Curious how this hidden defender works?

https://thedefendopsdiaries.com/understanding-the-role-of-the-inetpub-folder-in-windows-security/

#windowssecurity
#inetpub
#cve202521204
#microsoftupdate
#cybersecurity

Windows 11 24H2 let PowerShell scripts bypass AppLocker restrictions for months—leaving networks wide open to attack. Find out how this flaw impacted security and what admins must do next. #WindowsSecurity

https://pupuweb.com/how-did-a-critical-powershell-security-flaw-impact-windows-11-24h2-administrators/

A critical Windows flaw lets standard users bypass group policies set by admins—no elevated rights needed. Discover how this 25-year-old issue threatens security and why Microsoft won’t fix it. #WindowsSecurity

https://pupuweb.com/how-can-a-critical-windows-flaw-let-any-user-disable-group-policies-for-25-years/

Fake AI tools spreading malware targeting Windows users; exercise caution when downloading software. #AImalware #Cybersecurity #WindowsSecurity

More details: https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/cybercriminals-target-ai-users-with.html - https://www.flagthis.com/news/15955

🖥️ A new Windows-based Remote Access Trojan (RAT) has been exposed — and it’s unusually stealthy.

👉 It corrupts critical DOS + PE headers, making it difficult to analyze or reconstruct.
👉 It embeds inside dllhost.exe, communicates via encrypted C2, and runs multi-threaded client sessions.
👉 Researchers at Fortinet had to replicate the compromised system’s environment to finally analyze it.

🚨 This attack highlights how adversaries are evolving to evade both detection and reverse engineering.
⚠️ Organizations should ensure endpoint monitoring can catch process anomalies — not just file signatures.

#CyberSecurity 🛡️ #MalwareAnalysis 🔍 #WindowsSecurity 💻 #ThreatIntel 🌐
https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/new-windows-rat-evades-detection-for.html

A critical vulnerability called BadSuccessor in Windows Server 2025 lets attackers with minimal permissions escalate privileges and take over any Active Directory user. It exploits flaws in delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs) and affects systems even if dMSAs aren’t actively used.

#CyberSecurity #InfoSec #Microsoft #PrivilegeEscalation #ZeroDay #PatchManagement #ADSecurity #WindowsSecurity #TECHi

Read Full Article Here :- https://www.techi.com/windows-server-2025-flaw-puts-active-directory-at-ris/

Effortlessly boost your Windows 11 security! 🛡️ Activate powerful Device Encryption to automatically safeguard your data using streamlined BitLocker tech. Works for Home users too! Protect your files now. #WindowsSecurity #Encryption

https://pupuweb.com/how-can-you-effortlessly-enable-powerful-device-encryption-on-windows-11-to-secure-your-data/

Basic Active Directory Enumeration: A Comprehensive Guide

https://denizhalil.com/2025/05/05/basic-active-directory-enumeration-a-comprehensive-guide/

#activedirectory #grouppolicy #directoryenumeration #itmanagement #networksecurity #windowssecurity

Still running Windows 7 or Server 2008 R2? 🖥️ 0patch just extended security support until 2027-no reboots, no downtime, instant micropatches! Keep legacy systems safe without costly upgrades. Details👇 #WindowsSecurity #0patch

https://pupuweb.com/can-0patch-keep-your-legacy-windows-7-and-server-2008-r2-secure-until-2027-discover-the-surprising-lifeline/

They don’t need malware. They weaponize what’s already trusted - PowerShell, WMI, CertUtil. This is Living Off the Land. Defend or be devoured.
#LOLBins #infosec #cybersecurity #redteam #ethicalhacking #windowssecurity #postexploitation #DeadSwitch

http://tomsitcafe.com/2025/05/06/living-off-the-land-how-hackers-use-your-tools-against-you/

RDP vulnerability alert: Old, cached passwords can still grant access even after you change them. Affects most Windows versions. Microsoft confirmed this is by design and wont fix it due to compatibility issues. #WindowsSecurity #RDP #CyberRisk

Windows Remote Desktop Protocol Allows Revoked Passwords; Microsoft Calls it a Feature

#Cybersecurity #Windows11 #RDP #Microsoft #SecurityFlaw #PasswordSecurity #InfoSec #CachedCredentials #WindowsSecurity #SysAdmin

https://winbuzzer.com/2025/05/01/windows-remote-desktop-protocol-allows-revoked-passwords-microsoft-calls-it-a-feature-xcxwbn/

Microsoft’s April 2025 patch aimed to boost Windows security—but may have opened the door to a new exploit that lets any user block future updates. Find out how this flaw could impact you! #WindowsSecurity

https://pupuweb.com/did-microsofts-april-2025-patch-unleash-a-dangerous-new-windows-security-flaw/

WhatsApp for Windows Spoofing Flaw Opens Door to Remote Malware Attacks

#WhatsApp #CyberSecurity #WindowsSecurity #CVE202530401 #Infosec #DataProtection #Meta #Vulnerability #RemoteCodeExecution

https://winbuzzer.com/2025/04/09/whatsapp-spoofing-flaw-on-windows-opens-door-to-remote-malware-attacks-xcxwbn/

WhatsApp for Windows is under attack—a seemingly harmless file might hide a malicious payload thanks to a critical flaw. Are you sure your app’s updated? Discover how a tiny oversight could open the door for cyber threats.

https://thedefendopsdiaries.com/understanding-the-whatsapp-for-windows-vulnerability-cve-2025-30401/

#whatsappvulnerability
#cve202530401
#cybersecurity
#remotecodeexecution
#windowssecurity

A critical vulnerability in Windows File Explorer (CVE-2025-24071) could lead to network hijacking. Patch your systems immediately with the latest Microsoft updates!

#SecurityLand #CyberWatch #WindowsSecurity #Vulnerability #Cybersecurity #PatchNow

https://www.security.land/critical-windows-file-explorer-vulnerability-exposes-network-authentication-credentials/

🔍 Just published my latest case study on pentesting a Windows application! Discoveries:

👔 Disabled security flags, that lead to uncovering of many high risk vulnerabilities
🔐 Plaintext credentials
🚪 A backdoor that bypasses authentication

Read more: 🔗 https://techsplicer.com/career-hub/pentesting-a-windows-application-a-case-study/

#dev #cyber #pentest #infosec #windowssecurity