Microsoft releases over 170 security fixes for Windows, including zero-day exploits

Microsoft released over 170 security fixes for Windows, addressing critical vulnerabilities including zero-day exploits. The October Patch Tuesday update tackled 80 privilege escalation, 31 remote code execution, and 28 information disclosure flaws, with 6 zero-day vulnerabilities being particularly concerning. This update is crucial as Windows 10 support has ended, meaning older versions may no longer receive these vital security patches without extended support.