A new report from the Acronis Threat Research Unit has uncovered a vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Online settings that could enable email spoofing attacks.
This issue primarily affects users with a hybrid configuration of on-premises Exchange and Exchange Online, and those utilizing third-party email security solutions. In July 2023, Microsoft introduced a major change in how it handles DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) within Microsoft Exchange. This update was intended to bolster security by enhancing how email servers verify incoming emails’ legitimacy. Unfortunately, despite clear guidance from Microsoft, a considerable number of users have yet to implement these security measures.
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