Understanding the Ongoing Impact of Microsoft’s Recent Downtime
Overview of Microsoft's Outage
Microsoft experienced a significant downtime recently, which has raised alarms regarding its prolonged impact. The effects of this outage could last for weeks, especially in Australia.
Cybersecurity Threats
During this period, criminals are taking advantage of the confusion by impersonating legitimate support personnel.
- Impersonation of airline staff
- Fake IT support scams
Individuals are strongly advised to exercise caution and vigilance.
Conclusion
With the potential for ongoing issues from this Microsoft outage, it is crucial for users to strengthen their cybersecurity practices to avoid becoming targets for scams.
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