Outlook 2018 recall email
A blast from the past!
In 2018, Microsoft issued a recall email for Outlook 2018 due to a vulnerability that allowed hackers to steal user credentials. Here's a summary of the issue:
Vulnerability: A remote code execution vulnerability was discovered in Outlook 2018, which allowed attackers to execute arbitrary code on a victim's device. This vulnerability was caused by a buffer overflow in the way Outlook handled certain types of email attachments.
Impact: If an attacker sent a specially crafted email attachment to a victim's Outlook 2018 account, it could potentially execute malicious code on the victim's device, allowing the attacker to steal user credentials, install malware, or gain access to sensitive information.
Recall email: Microsoft issued a recall email to affected users, which included instructions on how to update their Outlook 2018 software to fix the vulnerability. The recall email was sent to users who had not yet updated their software to the latest version.
Fix: The vulnerability was fixed by updating Outlook 2018 to version 1807 (Build 10228.20104) or later. Users were advised to update their software as soon as possible to prevent exploitation of the vulnerability.
Prevention: To prevent similar vulnerabilities in the future, Microsoft recommended that users:
- Keep their software up to date with the latest security patches.
- Be cautious when opening email attachments from unknown senders.
- Use antivirus software to scan email attachments for malware.
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) to add an extra layer of security to their accounts.
If you're still using Outlook 2018, it's essential to keep your software up to date and follow best practices to prevent security vulnerabilities.