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Microsoft on pace to break annual vulnerability record as AI-driven patch wave takes hold

·Source: The Record

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Executive Summary

Five months into 2026, Microsoft has already patched more than 500 vulnerabilities — although the exact monthly count varies depending on whether analysts include Edge, Chromium and fixes shipped earlier in the month.

Analysis

Five months into 2026, Microsoft has already patched more than 500 vulnerabilities — although the exact monthly count varies depending on whether analysts include Edge, Chromium and fixes shipped earlier in the month.
Source Attribution

Originally published by The Record on May 13, 2026.

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