Microsoft vulnerabilities report offers key cybersecurity insights

Privileged access management security technology vendor BeyondTrust has released its “2021 Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report.” The report reveals that there were a record-high number of 1,268 Microsoft vulnerabilities discovered in 2020, a 48% increase from the previous year. Removing admin rights from endpoints could mitigate 56% of critical vulnerabilities. The report also highlights the importance of removing admin rights in Office products, as it could mitigate 80% of critical vulnerabilities. Healthcare CISOs are advised to follow recommended steps for endpoint security to reduce the risk of breaches.