Microsoft aims to replace its C and C++ codebase with Rust by 2030, leveraging AI to automate the translation process. They're hiring engineers to develop tools for this extensive project, which is part of a broader effort to improve software security and reduce technical debt. However, a recent update clarifies that this initiative is a research project, not a direct rewrite of Windows.

Microsoft Copilot allows non-technical users to create AI agents easily, but this can lead to serious security vulnerabilities. A recent report shows how these agents can be manipulated to leak sensitive data and cause data exposure. The simplicity of deployment makes it easy for users to overlook necessary security measures.

Satya Nadella's annual letter outlines Microsoft's focus on AI and innovation as it navigates a significant technological shift. The company achieved record financial performance while emphasizing the importance of security, quality, and the transformative potential of AI across various industries.

Microsoft's AI tool has identified critical vulnerabilities in the GRUB2 U-Boot bootloader, which could potentially expose systems to security risks. The tool enhances the ability to detect such flaws, thereby improving the overall security posture of systems utilizing this bootloader.

A critical unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability was discovered in Microsoft's NLWeb framework, allowing remote users to access sensitive files through malformed URLs. This incident highlights the potential severity of classic vulnerabilities in the context of AI-driven systems, underscoring the need for rigorous security practices as the Agentic Web evolves.