Germany’s Exchange Server Crisis: A Comedy of Errors in Outdated Software Struggles
Germany’s infosec office is in full panic mode as 92% of the nation’s Exchange boxes are still living in the past, running out-of-support software. Despite Microsoft’s love notes urging upgrades, these servers are still clinging to Outlook Web Access 2019 or earlier, leaving them open to a world of cybersecurity hurt.
Hot Take:
Germany, home to schnitzel and lederhosen, is now also home to a massive flock of outdated Exchange servers. It seems their infosec office, BSI, is waving a red flag at roughly 92% of these Exchange boxes still running unsupported versions. Microsoft has already ended support for Exchange 2016 and 2019, but it looks like many German organizations are partying like it’s 2019… or earlier. Let’s hope they find a way to upgrade before their networks become as outdated as dial-up internet!
Key Points:
- 92% of Germany’s Exchange servers are running unsupported software.
- Microsoft ended support for Exchange 2016 and 2019 on October 14, 2023.
- Thousands of organizations, including public sector entities, are at risk.
- The BSI warns of potential severe consequences if vulnerabilities are exploited.
- Microsoft offers a six-month extended update program for stragglers.