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Microsoft has launched Windows 365 Disaster Recovery Plus in public preview for enterprise customers. This new offering provides organizations with a faster, more reliable way to restore their Windows 365 Cloud PCs during outages. Microsoft launched Windows 365 cross-region disaster recovery in July last year. This service allows Windows 365 Enterprise customers to ensure business…

This weekend, Microsoft tackled a major outage that left thousands of users unable to access key Microsoft 365 services like Outlook and Teams. The company later confirmed that a faulty code change was to blame for the disruption. What caused the Microsoft 365 outage? According to Downdetector, the outage began at around 4:00 PM ET…

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting Microsoft SharePoint accounts, using a deceptive technique called ClickFix. This attack exploits user trust to execute malicious commands, deploying the powerful Havoc command-and-control (C2) framework to seize full control over compromised systems. The ClickFix cyberattack technique involves tricking users into executing malicious PowerShell commands by presenting…

Microsoft is enhancing data security in SharePoint Online by introducing support for sensitivity labels with user-defined permissions, giving organizations greater control over sensitive content. This new feature is currently available in public preview for commercial customers. What are Microsoft Purview sensitivity labels? Microsoft Purview sensitivity labels are tools designed to help organizations classify and protect…

Microsoft is set to retire Skype for consumers on May 5, 2025. To ensure a smooth transition, the company is urging users to migrate to the free version of Microsoft Teams, its modern alternative for messaging and calls. Microsoft says that existing Skype users will be able to log into Microsoft Teams with their Skype…

Microsoft has released its latest monthly recap, highlighting new features and enhancements for Microsoft Intune. This update brings significant improvements to the Managed Home Screen (MHS) application, enhancing device management and user experience. The Managed Home Screen (MHS) app is an Android tool used in corporate environments to control and customize the user interface on…

Microsoft is set to release a new update for the OneDrive web app that will allow users to secure their PDF files with User and Owner Passwords for enhanced protection and control. This new feature ensures that sensitive documents remain accessible only to authorized users while preventing unauthorized modifications or misuse. Currently, the OneDrive web…

Microsoft has introduced a new feature that allows administrators to submit Microsoft 365 Copilot feedback on behalf of users while ensuring data privacy. This tool allows admins to review chat logs, remove sensitive details, and provide valuable insights to improve Copilot’s performance. Microsoft emphasized the role administrators play in helping organizations adopt and maximize the…

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a large-scale password spray attack exploiting outdated Basic authentication protections in Microsoft 365 accounts. Operated by a Chinese-affiliated group, the botnet harnesses over 130,000 compromised devices to infiltrate organizations and steal sensitive data. What is a password spray attack? A password spray attack is a type of brute force attack where…

Microsoft is making a cost-saving change for organizations using SharePoint Online by eliminating the reactivation fee for archived sites in the Microsoft 365 Archive. This update will roll out globally to all commercial customers by the end of March. What is Microsoft 365 Archive? Microsoft 365 Archive launched in May 2024 to help organizations manage…

Microsoft has launched a new Data and AI security dashboard in public preview for its Defender for Cloud solution. This new dashboard offers a centralized platform to help organizations monitor and manage data and AI resources, along with their associated risks and protection status. “The dashboard highlights critical security issues, resources needing attention, and internet-exposed…

Microsoft has rolled out new tenant-level outbound email limits, known as the Tenant External Recipient Rate Limit (TERRL), for Exchange Online customers. This update is part of a broader plan to enforce external recipient rate (ERR) limits for individual mailboxes starting in October 2025. In Exchange Online, Tenant External Recipient Rate Limit (TERRL) is a…