Microsoft Releases Urgent Patch for SharePoint RCE Flaw Exploited in Ongoing Cyber Attacks
22.07.2025
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Microsoft warns of active SharePoint exploits affecting on-prem users; 54 victims confirmed in major attack.
Microsoft has dropped an urgent patch for a nasty SharePoint RCE flaw that's already being exploited in the wild. If you're running SharePoint on-prem, consider this your wake-up call.
The tech giant confirmed at least 54 victims in a major attack wave. The flaw? A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability that lets attackers run arbitrary code on affected systems. No need for credentials – just exploit and boom, you're in.
Microsoft's advisory is crystal clear: patch now or risk becoming part of the statistic. The exploit is in active use, targeting organizations across sectors. Healthcare, finance, you name it – no one's safe until they update.
The patch is part of Microsoft's July 2025 security updates. If you're dragging your feet on updates, this is the one to prioritize. SharePoint's a goldmine for attackers, and this flaw's their latest pickaxe.
- • Flaw type: Remote Code Execution (RCE)
- • Affected: SharePoint on-premises deployments
- • Victims: 54 confirmed, likely more under radar
- • Patch status: Available in July 2025 updates
- • Risk: Critical – exploit already weaponized
Bottom line: If your org's running SharePoint, drop everything and patch. This isn't a drill – it's a full-blown cyber firefight.
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