Thunderbird 145 adds native support for Microsoft Exchange using the EWS protocol, eliminating the need for third-party add-ons. Users can easily migrate from Outlook, with automatic detection of settings and OAuth2 authorization. Current features include email setup, folder access, message management, and support for Microsoft 365.

Scammers are sending fraudulent emails from a legitimate Microsoft address, no-reply-powerbi@microsoft.com, misleading recipients about unauthorized charges. The emails prompt victims to call a number and download remote access software, potentially compromising their devices. Reports of similar scams have surfaced on Microsoft’s website.

Microsoft experienced a misconfiguration that caused traffic meant for example.com to route to a Japanese electronics company, Sumitomo Electric. This issue affected Outlook users trying to set up accounts, potentially sending their credentials to unintended destinations. Although the problem was resolved quickly, Microsoft did not provide an explanation.