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Microsoft patches record number of security vulnerabilities, citing its use of AI

AnnouncementProductJul 15, 2026

Microsoft issued patches for 570 security flaws on Tuesday, including at least two zero-days being actively exploited. CISA warned that hackers are targeting a SharePoint vulnerability to compromise organizations. Microsoft attributed the record patch volume to AI-assisted discovery of previously undetected code vulnerabilities. Pavan Davuluri stated that "customers will see a higher volume of security updates" as AI helps defenders uncover more issues.

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Canonical: https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/15/microsoft-patches-record-number-of-security-vulnerabilities-citing-its-use-of-ai/