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Microsoft Phases Out WMIC Tool Amid Cybercrime Exploits

Microsoft has pulled the plug on the Windows Management Instrumentation Command-line (WMIC) tool, removing it from Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, and phasing it out from future updates. This move marks the end of an era for a utility that's been a favorite among cybercriminals.

Analyst 207Aug 18, 2026