CybersecuritySoftware

Microsoft Blocks Windows File Previews Over Security Fears

Microsoft has quietly disabled file preview capabilities for internet-downloaded documents in Windows 11, citing vulnerability to credential theft. The change affects files with the “Mark of the Web” attribute and represents the latest in a series of security moves this month. Security analysts suggest the blanket approach might inconvenience legitimate users while addressing a specific NTLM hash leakage risk.

Microsoft appears to be taking a scorched-earth approach to a specific Windows security vulnerability, with reports indicating the company has disabled file previews for all internet-downloaded documents. The change, which reportedly took effect October 14, automatically blocks File Explorer’s preview function for any files bearing the “Mark of the Web” attribute—Microsoft’s method for flagging content obtained from online sources.

Credential Theft Concerns Prompt Drastic Action

InnovationSoftware

Windows Terminal Users Gain Productivity Boost With New Multiplexer Tool

Windows users can now access powerful terminal multiplexing capabilities previously limited to Unix systems. The itmux package combines tmux, Mintty, OpenSSH, and Cygwin in a free, standalone bundle that transforms terminal workflow efficiency.

Terminal Multiplexing Comes to Windows

Windows terminal users reportedly have access to a new productivity tool that brings Unix-like multiplexing capabilities to Microsoft’s operating system. According to sources familiar with the software, itmux packages several powerful tools into a single bundle that works seamlessly with Windows Terminal.

GamingHardware

ROG Ally Power Management Guide: Optimizing TDP Settings for Enhanced Gaming Performance

New ROG Ally owners can significantly improve their gaming experience by mastering the device’s power management system. Reports indicate that proper TDP configuration can boost both performance and battery efficiency for different game types.

Understanding ROG Ally’s Power Management System

According to analysis from Windows Central, the ROG Ally handheld gaming device features sophisticated power management settings that can dramatically impact gaming performance. Sources indicate that many users experience suboptimal performance simply because they haven’t properly configured their device’s Thermal Design Power (TDP) settings, which control how much power the system components receive from the battery.

ComputingSoftware

Microsoft Deploys Emergency Windows 11 Update to Restore USB Functionality in Recovery Mode

Microsoft has urgently released a new Windows 11 update to resolve critical USB device failures within the recovery environment. The emergency patch addresses issues where keyboards and mice became unresponsive during system recovery operations, leaving users unable to navigate recovery menus.

Emergency Update Addresses Critical Recovery Environment Bug

Microsoft has reportedly deployed an emergency out-of-band update to resolve a serious functionality issue affecting USB devices within the Windows Recovery Environment. According to reports, the update designated KB5070762 specifically targets Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2 along with Windows Server 2025 systems.