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Microsoft August 2026 Update Breaks When Generating PDF/XPS Content
Matched: health
Microsoft's August 2026 .NET Framework cumulative updates are causing printing failures and PDF/XPS generation errors in WPF applications. The bug triggers a System.IO.FileFormatException when using ClearType fonts like Calibri, Cambria, Constantia, and Corbel, affecting Windows 10, 11, and Server 2012–2025. The issue stems from stricter font validation in the TrueType subsetter introduced alongside fixes for six security vulnerabilities. A temporary workaround exists but disables the security protections the update introduced.
Recorded Future’s Insikt Group reports 44% rise in high-impact CVEs in July
Matched: Australia
Recorded Future's Insikt Group recorded an 85 high-impact CVEs in July 2026, a 44% rise from the previous period. The report highlights vulnerabilities that organisations in Australia and New Zealand should prioritise for remediation, reflecting a growing threat landscape requiring urgent attention from security teams.
Effective Patch Management Strategies: 7 Best Practices | Huntress
Patch management reduces security risk by keeping software updated. Key practices include maintaining a complete asset inventory, prioritizing patches by severity, testing before deployment, automating where possible, and establishing a regular patching schedule. Organizations should also track patch status, address failures promptly, and document processes. Timely patching closes vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them.