Tag: copilot

18 articles

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Microsoft Resolves Outlook Copilot Button Glitch with Service Update

Microsoft has fixed a frustrating glitch in Classic Outlook that caused the Copilot button to vanish for some users, and the solution was rolled out as a service update on June 29, 2026. The update restored access to Copilot features, which were still available through other Microsoft 365 entry points.

Analyst 207Jul 2, 2026

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Microsoft 365 Copilot Flaw Exposes Sensitive Data to One-Click Attack

A single click on a seemingly trustworthy Microsoft link could have put sensitive information like emails, calendar details, and files at risk of being exposed to attackers, thanks to a flaw in Microsoft 365 Copilot Enterprise Search. This vulnerability, known as SearchLeak, highlights the importance of staying vigilant even with trusted sources.

Analyst 207Jun 15, 2026

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Microsoft Fixes Firmware Flaw in Surface Devices That Allowed Bricking via Single Packet

A security researcher discovered that a routine attempt to adjust the backlight on a Surface laptop turned into a nightmare when Microsoft Copilot generated a Python script that overwrote the embedded controller firmware, rendering the machine useless. The script sent faulty commands to the device's microcontroller, highlighting a serious firmware flaw that Microsoft has now fixed.

Analyst 207Jun 12, 2026

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Microsoft Fixes Flaw in Surface Hardware That Allowed Devices to Be Bricked

A security researcher recently discovered that Microsoft's Copilot AI tool could be used to create a series of aggressive Python scripts that accidentally bricked a Surface device by overwriting its firmware. The incident highlights a flaw in Microsoft's Surface hardware that has since been fixed.

Analyst 207Jun 12, 2026

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Microsoft Unveils Option to Uninstall Copilot on Enterprise Devices

Microsoft just made it easier for IT admins to breathe a sigh of relief: you can now uninstall Copilot from enterprise devices without any disruptions. The new RemoveMicrosoftCopilotApp policy setting is here to give you more control over your organization's devices.

Analyst 207Apr 24, 2026

AI SOC: Must-Have Guide to Best (and Risky) Platforms

By 2026 SOCs will run as much on software agents as on analysts, with copilots, autonomous agents, and hybrid platforms transforming detection, response, and who holds decision authority. Pick tools that speed response but also deliver clear explainability, strong governance, and real adversarial testing so automation amplifies human wisdom instead of human error.

Analyst 207Oct 10, 2025

M365 Copilot Exclusive Risk Alert: Critical Silence

Imagine someone fixed a door in your house without telling you it was open—would you sleep easier? Microsoft’s quiet patch to an M365 Copilot security bypass, applied without a CVE or public advisory, has left IT teams scrambling for visibility, compliance proof, and clear guidance.

Analyst 207Aug 21, 2025

AI-generated code: Risky Threats & Must-Have Fixes

A new Checkmarx study reveals a surprising and worrying trend: AI-generated code now makes up over 60% of some codebases—and much of it contains known vulnerabilities—so the same tools that speed development can also widen your attack surface. Treat AI suggestions like draft work: add automated scans, clear guardrails, and reviewer sign-off to keep convenience from turning into a systemic security risk.

Analyst 207Aug 15, 2025