Security researchers from Secure Annex have identified a growing trend in browser add-on monetization. Developers are embedding a JavaScript library named mellowtel.js into extensions to form a distributed network of user systems for web content scraping. These systems act as proxies and bots that download website content upon receiving instructions from external servers.
Author: Sergey Tkachenko
Windows 11 Build 27898 (Canary) adds the adaptive taskbar buttons
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 27898 to Insiders in the Canary channel, introducing several new features and improvements. The company is testing taskbar icon scaling to allow more apps to be visible without overflow, with customizable options for when icons should shrink.
Microsoft just made Hotpatching available for 64-bit Arm architecture
Microsoft has officially announced the general availability of hotpatching for 64-bit Arm (Arm64) architecture on Windows 11, version 24H2. This enables security patches to be applied without system restarts, significantly reducing downtime and making devices more secure.
Windows 10 Build 19045.6156 is out to the Release Preview channel
Windows 10, Build 19045.6156 (KB5062649) is now available to the Release Preview Channel for Insiders running Windows 10, version 22H2. It comes with a few minor fixes and small improvements.
Windows 11 Build 22631.5696 is now available in the Release Preview channel
Windows 11, version 23H2, Build 22631.5696 is out via (KB5062663) to Insider program participants in the Release Preview channel. It comes with fixes only, which are as follows.
Windows 11 Build 26100.4762 (Release Preview) comes with several new features
Microsoft has released a new preview of Windows 11, version 24H2, Build 26100.4762 (KB5062660) to Insiders in the Release Preview ring. The update features several new features, including the improved Recall version, Click-To-Do, AI agent in Settings, and much more.
Malicious extensions that were installed 1.7 million times in Chrome Web Store
Security researchers from Koi Security identified 11 malicious extensions within the official Chrome Web Store. These extensions include hidden features to monitor user activity, collect browser data, and redirect users to potentially harmful websites.
Microsoft patched 137 vulnerabilities in July
This month, Microsoft closed 137 vulnerabilities as part of the periodical Patch Tuesday release. None of these vulnerabilities were under active attack at the time of disclosure. However, one zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft SQL Server became publicly known before the patch was released.
Gemini can now read and analyze your messages and notes on Android
Google has empowered the Gemini AI engine with the ability to interact with third-party applications such as WhatsApp, Messages, and Phone caller/dialer. The update enables this capability even on devices where such integrations were previously restricted.
Windows 11 Has Become Most Popular PC OS, Surpassed Windows 10
In July 2025, according to data from the analytics firm StatCounter, Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 in global usage share within the Windows family of operating systems. This marks a significant milestone in Microsoft’s long-term transition strategy, nearly four years after the release of Windows 11.
