From July, Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 users will need SHA-2 support to get updates

Microsoft has announced that from the middle of July, Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 users who want to continue to receive updates will need SHA-2 code signing support. The change is being introduced because "the security of the SHA-1 hash algorithm has become less secure over time due to weaknesses found in the algorithm, increased processor performance, and the advent of cloud computing". See also: Microsoft reveals pricing for Windows 7 Extended Security Updates Windows 10 consolidates its lead over Windows 7 Microsoft ends Windows 7 support one year from today The news was shared by Mary Jo Foley… [Continue Reading]