Microsoft’s patch Tuesdays are about to get bigger
Microsoft is integrating AI into its security update process to identify and patch vulnerabilities more rapidly. While this will lead to larger and more frequent security releases, the company maintains that human developers will continue to review and validate all AI-generated fixes.
Why it matters
As AI-driven cyberattacks become more sophisticated, the shift toward AI-assisted defense is critical for maintaining the security of global operating systems.
Windows 11 updates could soon include fixes for more security issues at once. Microsoft said in a blog post on Thursday that it’s now using AI to “identify potential issues earlier,” which means “customers will see a higher volume of security updates included in each security release.”
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