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Update required to Windows devices

All devices using Outlook require an urgent update to Microsoft Windows to protect against a newly exploited, severe vulnerability.

Last week, Microsoft confirmed that a critical vulnerability was discovered and already exploited in the Outlook desktop app. The breach is triggered upon receipt of a malicious e-mail without the user having to open it or read in the preview pane, which is what makes it so dangerous.

To patch this vulnerability, the latest monthly security update for Windows must be installed as soon as possible on all Windows devices that have the Outlook desktop app. This update should install automatically on University administered devices, but you must reboot your device to complete the process.

To check if there are outstanding Windows updates for your computer:

  • Go to Windows Settings (click on the gear icon on the Start menu).
  • Click on Windows Update (Windows 11) or Update & Security - Windows Update (Windows 10).
  • Click on Check for updates and wait for results.
  • Select Download & install if there are any outstanding updates.