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Updates focus on security and non-security improvements across various software, including Chrome, Firefox, and Apple operating systems. Chrome addresses multiple vulnerabilities, while Green Shot introduces new management features. Firefox and Safari receive regular updates for security issues, and Apple makes significant changes in its operating system versioning. Office applications like Excel also see updates targeting vulnerabilities, showcasing a proactive approach to software security.

Windows 10 support already ended, but you are still running unsupported devices? AlloyScan shows which devices in your fleet are ready for Windows 11, and which need attention — missing TPM 2.0, incompatible CPU, or other requirements — all in seconds! Perfect for sysadmins who need clear, actionable insights to plan upgrades or replacements efficiently and avoid guesswork. Windows 11 migration readiness check and other great features arrived in AlloyScan this October.

If you haven’t guessed it yet, Zoho Corp’s best kept secret is—ManageEngine, its enterprise IT management division. Here is Sridhar Vembu, Chief Scientist & Co-founder of Zoho Corp., sharing our story. ManageEngine has been at the forefront of delivering stellar IT management solutions for over 23 years globally. We remain hyper-focused on delivering AI-powered digital enterprise management solutions that solve real-world IT problems that enhance operational efficiency. Find out more at manageengine.com.

CMDB serves as a central database for managing IT assets, improving collaboration between IT and security teams. It organizes software, networks, and contracts, providing a comprehensive view of technology infrastructure. The CMDB aids in configuration management, enabling efficient tracking of component relationships. Ivanti's platform enhances CMDB management, automating risk classification and incident response while supporting change management through no-code workflows.

Recent findings reveal two major zero-day vulnerabilities, including a third-party CVE, with two Microsoft CVEs rated 7.8 on the CVSS scale being actively targeted. Microsoft has responded by removing a risky fax modem driver and urging users to update their operating systems to mitigate these threats. This marks the final security update for Windows 10, prompting users to consider upgrading to Windows 11 or applying further mitigations.

In this episode of Server Room, we sit down with Rajendran Dandapani, Director of Engineering at Zoho Corp. and President of Zoho Schools of Learning, to explore how product thinking can transform the role of IT from a cost centre to a strategic driver of growth. We discuss what “product thinking” really means for IT teams, how to turn infrastructure, support, and operations into sources of competitive advantage and why tomorrow’s IT leaders need cross-disciplinary skills beyond technology.