6 Actively Exploited Zero-Days Patched by Microsoft With February 2026 Updates
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Data as of 11 Feb 2026, 12:17 UTC
What to do
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European organizations should implement a prioritized patch management process to deploy the February 2026 Microsoft updates without delay, focusing first on systems exposed to external networks or handling sensitive data. Beyond patching, organizations should enhance network segmentation to limit lateral movement if a breach occurs. Employing endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools can help identify suspicious behaviors indicative of exploitation attempts. Regularly reviewing and tightening access controls and privileges reduces the attack surface. Organizations should also conduct threat hunting exercises focused on indicators of compromise related to zero-day exploitation. Backup and recovery plans must be validated to ensure rapid restoration in case of disruption. Security teams should stay informed through trusted threat intelligence sources for updates on exploitation techniques and indicators. Finally, user awareness training can help mitigate risks if any vulnerabilities require user interaction for exploitation.
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Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday updates fix roughly 60 vulnerabilities found in the company’s products. The post 6 Actively Exploited Zero-Days Patched by Microsoft With February 2026 Updates appeared first on SecurityWeek .