Microsoft 365 Family Subscriptions Users Hit by Licensing Glitch Denies Services

The issue appears to be isolated to users with Microsoft 365 Family subscriptions, affecting their ability to access services like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive. Microsoft 365 Family subscribers are currently facing disruptions in accessing their services due to a potential licensing issue, as confirmed by Microsoft on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Microsoft has stated that they are in the process of investigating a potential licensing issue that might be at the heart of the problem. The tech giant has acknowledged the problem and is actively investigating the root cause of the issue, which has left many users unable to utilize the suite of productivity tools they rely on daily. Affected users have reported various issues, from being unable to log in to their accounts to encountering error messages when trying to access Microsoft 365 applications. Microsoft has advised users to check the Microsoft 365 Service Health Dashboard for real-time updates on the issue. The company has not yet provided a detailed explanation of what might have triggered the licensing glitch but has assured users that they are working diligently to resolve the issue. We're aware of an issue impacting Microsoft 365 Family subscriptions. As Microsoft continues its investigation, users are left in a holding pattern, hoping for a swift resolution. Microsoft’s response and the resolution of this issue will be closely watched by both subscribers and industry observers, as it could set a precedent for how similar issues are handled in the future. The company has not indicated how long the issue might persist but has committed to providing regular updates. Cyber Security News is a Dedicated News Platform For Cyber News, Cyber Attack News, Hacking News & Vulnerability Analysis.

This Cyber News was published on cybersecuritynews.com. Publication date: Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:25:17 +0000


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