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Urgent Warning: Cyberattacks Target SharePoint Servers Nationwide

7/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Microsoft has confirmed that active cyberattacks are targeting on-premises SharePoint Servers, putting U.S. government agencies, universities, and corporations at risk. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns of unauthorized access due to a critical flaw. While emergency patches have been issued, SharePoint Server 2016 remains exposed, prompting urgent calls for organizations to disconnect vulnerable servers from the internet.

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Historical Context

The establishment of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in 2014 marked a significant U.S. response to rising cyber threats. By 2021, over 50% of organizations reported breaches, echoing the 2017 Equifax incident that compromised 147 million records. Recent attacks on SharePoint Servers underscore the persistent vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

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Microsoft has confirmed that active cyberattacks are targeting on-premises SharePoint Servers, putting U.S. government agencies, universities, and corporations at risk. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns of unauthorized access due to a critical flaw. While emergency patches have been issued, SharePoint Server 2016 remains exposed, prompting urgent calls for organizations to disconnect vulnerable servers from the internet.

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