Microsoft recently released updated guidelines and security advice regarding on-premises Exchange server environments. The company reminded administrators that patching their Exchange servers is essential to prevent cyberattacks and ensure their data’s security.
Microsoft is urging administrators to patch their Exchange servers in order to ensure that they are safe from cybersecurity risks. The company has posted a set of updated security guidelines, released on April 21, 2021. These guidelines advise administrators to download product updates and to patch their on-premises Exchange servers as soon as possible.
Microsoft’s updated security advice also recommends a series of security measures that admins should follow, such as patching or fixing their servers quickly - in order to prevent cyberattacks or other types of threats. The company also recommends that administrators take additional steps to protect their Exchange servers, such as disabling any services or accounts that are not necessary for their server's functionality.
Moreover, the updated security advice from Microsoft encourages administrators to test their Exchange servers for any vulnerabilities and other potential risks. Once vulnerabilities are found, admins should patch or update the servers as quickly as possible in order to reduce or eliminate their potential risk.
Finally, Microsoft has stressed that administrators should continue to check with the company for any updates related to the security of their Exchange servers. Regular product updates are recommended, as they can help ensure that administrators are better protected from any cybersecurity threats.
By following Microsoft’s updated security guidelines and advice, administrators can better protect their on-premises Exchange server environments and reduce the risk of a cyberattack. Patching or fixing vulnerable Exchange servers as soon as possible is essential to ensure maximum security, so administrators should take the necessary steps to ensure they are protected.
This Cyber News was published on www.bleepingcomputer.com. Publication date: Thu, 26 Jan 2023 23:03:02 +0000