Microsoft SharePoint zero-day breach hits on-prem servers

Enterprise IT teams face an immediate crisis as Microsoft warned Saturday of active cyberattacks exploiting a previously unknown vulnerability in SharePoint Server, with security researchers confirming dozens of servers compromised globally since attacks began July 18.

“Microsoft is aware of active attacks targeting on-premises SharePoint Server customers by exploiting vulnerabilities partially addressed by the July Security Update,” the company said in a statement issued Saturday. “These vulnerabilities apply to on-premises SharePoint Servers only. SharePoint Online in Microsoft 365 is not impacted.”UK could be forced to step back on data surveillance demands – ComputerworldRead More