Hackers Abuse SQL Server Flaw to Breach Azure Cloud VMs

Microsoft’s security experts have recently discovered a highly sophisticated attempt to target cloud environments. Hackers managed to exploit a compromised SQL Server instance to breach Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform, indicating a concerning evolution in their tactics. According to the Microsoft Threat Intelligence team, threat actors have previously used this method to target several cloud services,…

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New Microsoft Teams Client Launches on Windows and macOS

The new Microsoft Teams desktop app that launched in preview earlier this year is now generally available for Windows and macOS. The company has also started rolling out the new version of Teams to Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and government cloud customers. Since its launch in 2017, Microsoft has been listening to user feedback about…

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Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management Gets New Capabilities

Microsoft continues to raise the bar in cybersecurity by introducing two new features in its Entra Privileged Identity Management (PIM) solution. The latest update brings support for PIM for Groups and PIM integration with Conditional Access. Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management is a service that allows IT admins to manage, control, and track access to…

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Microsoft Loop Now Lets Office Insiders Add Planner Boards

Microsoft has started testing a new Planner component within its Loop web app. This integration simplifies teamwork by allowing Loop users to add links to Planner boards to Loop pages and update them directly from the app. Microsoft Loop is a popular collaboration platform that launched in preview back in March this year. It allows…

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Microsoft OneDrive Gets Big Update with New Copilot Integration, File Management Capabilities

Microsoft unveiled yesterday OneDrive 3.0, a significant overhaul of its cloud storage service. This latest update includes a sleek Fluent Design makeover, integration with AI-powered Copilot, and enhanced file management features tailored for both businesses and consumers. “The next generation of OneDrive includes new file views, governance controls, creation tools, and Copilot to help you…

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Microsoft Unveils New OneDrive Sync Features for Business Customers

Microsoft has recently announced some important updates coming to the OneDrive Sync client. The new capabilities are designed to boost protection against accidental deletions, improve File Explorer, and make Sync Settings navigation easier for enterprise customers. For starters, Microsoft has released a new feature that should help to prevent accidental deletion of files in OneDrive…

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Microsoft to Shut Down Business Connectivity Services in Microsoft 365 in 2024

Microsoft has announced its plans to bid farewell to Business Connectivity Services (BCS) for Microsoft 365 customers in September 2024. After that date, IT admins will no longer be able to enable BCS through Settings or PowerShell commands. Business Connectivity Services is a feature that lets customers connect SharePoint solutions to external data sources like…

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Microsoft Deprecates Remote PowerShell Support in Exchange Online

In a decisive move toward bolstering cybersecurity, Microsoft is permanently turning off Remote PowerShell Protocol (RPS) for Exchange Online this month. The company urges customers to move to the REST-based Exchange Online PowerShell version 3 module instead. Remote PowerShell Protocol (RPS) is a feature that allows IT admins to run PowerShell commands or scripts on…

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Microsoft Entra ID Protection Updates Password Change Remediations

Microsoft has released a new update for its Entra ID Protection service. The security feature is designed to let IT admins automatically remediate user risk when on-premises password changes happen in hybrid environments. Microsoft Entra ID Protection (formerly called Azure AD Identity Protection) is a security tool that allows customers to detect, investigate, and mitigate…

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Microsoft Teams Now Supports 1,000 Standard/Shared Channels

Microsoft has detailed a roundup of new capabilities added to its Teams collaboration service in September. These updates are designed to enhance various aspects of the platform, including webinars, chat and collaboration, IT administration and security, as well as the Teams Rooms and Devices experience. First off, Microsoft has released several updates to improve the…

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