Microsoft uses AI to identify Windows vulnerabilities earlier, increasing patch volume per release cycle

According to The Verge and ZDNet, Microsoft disclosed it is deploying AI to identify potential security issues earlier in Windows 11 update cycles, resulting in higher volumes of security fixes released per patch Tuesday. The change reflects Microsoft's strategy to accelerate vulnerability discovery and remediation timing within standard update release schedules.

Update (2026-07-16): According to TechCrunch, Microsoft released patches for 570 security flaws in its July Patch Tuesday, a monthly record, including 59 critical vulnerabilities and at least two zero-days actively exploited before disclosure. Microsoft Windows boss Pavan Davulur...