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Fusion42 · 9 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Microsoft's September 2026 Patch Tuesday addresses a record 999 vulnerabilities including two actively exploited elevation-of-privilege flaws affecting Windows. The release highlights increasing vulnerability volumes, patching challenges, and missing browser advisories that complicate risk tracking for defenders.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity.
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You face a surge in patching volume that strains standard defence operations. Prioritise workflow automation now to handle exploited Windows flaws and prepare for rising monthly vulnerability counts.
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