Windows and Microsoft Office Users Alerted by Indian Government Over Serious Security Risk
The Indian government has issued a high-level security warning for users of Windows and Microsoft Office. The alert was released in July 2025 by CERT-In (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team), and it affects millions of people who use Microsoft software on personal computers or in businesses.
Why This Alert Matters
CERT-In has found multiple security flaws in Microsoft products. These issues could allow hackers to:
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Break into your computer
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Steal private or sensitive data
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Run harmful software without your permission
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Bypass your security settings
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Crash your system or make it unusable
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Trick users with fake messages or websites
These problems are dangerous and can affect anyone using Microsoft software—whether at home or at work.
Who Is at Risk?
The security warning covers a wide range of Microsoft tools, including:
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Windows (all major versions)
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Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
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Microsoft Edge browser
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Microsoft Dynamics
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SQL Server
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Azure (Microsoft’s cloud platform)
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Developer tools
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System Center
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Older products under Extended Security Updates (ESU)
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Microsoft Apps
So, if you’re using a Windows PC, Office apps, or any Microsoft enterprise software, you could be affected.
What Should You Do?
Microsoft has already released updates and patches to fix these issues. To stay safe, you should:
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Go to your PC settings and check for updates
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Turn on automatic updates if it’s not already enabled
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Restart your system after the updates are installed
Microsoft says the chance of these flaws being actively used by hackers is currently low, but it’s still important to update your system right away.
Final Tip
This is a serious security warning that affects millions of users. If you use any Microsoft product—especially Windows or Office—update your system now to protect your personal data and avoid potential threats.
