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Cumulative Update 12 for Exchange 2019 is now available as well as Cumulative Update 23 for Exchange 2016.

With these releases there major changes to the release model of future CUs.

First of all, the is the last CU for Exchange 2016 as it has reached its Extended Support phase. This means that from now on, it will only received Security Updates.

Second, Exchange 2019 CU releases have shifted to a cadence of 2 times per year. These are targeted for March and September but as they are quality driven, their actual release could be off by a month if needed.

Exchange 2019 CU12 also includes the following major changes;

• Exchange Management Tools Update
  When you’ve only installed Exchange on-premises to manage all your Exchange Online mailboxes for your Synced Active Directory users, you can now install the updated Management Tools on a domain-joined workstation, shutdown your last Exchange server, and manage your recipients via PowerShell.
• Hybrid Experience Updates
  • Licensing has been updated to add a product key for Exchange 2019 hybrid servers at no additional charge.
  • Support has been added for using MFA-enabled admin credentials with Hybrid Agent cmdlets. The Hybrid Management PowerShell module now works with MFA-enabled admin accounts.
• Support for Windows Server 2022
  CU12 also introduces support for running Exchange Server 2019 on Windows Server 2022 and in environments that use Windows Server 2022 Active Directory servers. For more information see the Exchange Server supportability matrix.

Additionally, for both Exchange 2016 and Exchange 2019, parameters that take UNC paths as inputs will no longer be usable in Exchange Server PowerShell cmdlets or the Exchange Admin Center. For more info and the newly supported methods see; Changes in Exchange Server PowerShell cmdlets and Exchange Admin Center for UNC path inputs (KB5014278).

This release does not include new updates to the Active Directory Schema for Exchange 2019 nor Exchange 2016.

As mentioned before, the next planned Cumulative Update for Exchange 2019 is in September 2022. Exchange 2016 is not expected to receive any new CUs anymore.

Exchange 2019: CU12 KB5011156 – Download
Exchange 2016: CU23 KB5011155 – Download – UM Language Packs
View: Blog post of the Exchange Team about CU12 for Exchange Server 2019 and CU 23 for Exchange 2016.

A new rollup update has been made available for all Click-to-Run installations of Outlook 2016, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2021 and Outlook as part of a Microsoft 365 subscription.

It contains 2 security updates for Excel.

In addition, it contains 1 documented non-security fix for Outlook Current Version 2203, 17 fixes for Monthly Enterprise Version 2202, 9 fixes for Semi-Annual Preview Version 2202, 1 fix for Semi-Annual Version 2108, and 1 fix for Semi-Annual Version 2102.

Some notable fixes are;

• Version 2203
  • We fixed an issue that caused the “Move to Other” functionality to stop working properly.
• Version 2202
  • We fixed an issue that caused the membership list to not display properly for contact cards.
  • We fixed an issue that caused users to experience performance issues when switching folders due to a corrupt view setting.
  • We fixed an issue that caused some toggle-type options to sync incorrectly when using Cloud Settings.
  • We fixed an issue displaying some SVG files.
  • We fixed an issue where removed shared calendars reappeared when the REST shared calendar feature was enabled.
  • We fixed an issue that caused shared calendars to be in an unselected state after adding them.
• Version 2202 and Version 2108
  • We fixed an issue where a received email would not include a link to open the message.
• Version 2202 and Version 2102
  • A data change was made to include a new United Kingdom holiday in UK-based calendars.

Based on your release channel, you’ll be updated to the following version;

• Microsoft 365 Apps, Outlook 2016 Retail, Outlook 2019 Retail, Outlook 2021 Retail
  Version 2203 (Build 15028.20204)
• Monthly Enterprise
  Version 2202 (Build 14931.20274)
  Version 2201 (Build 14827.20246)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise (Preview)
  Version 2202 (Build 14931.20274)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise
  Version 2108 (Build 14326.20910)
  Version 2102 (Build 13801.21278) 
• Outlook LTSC 2021
  Version 2108 (Build 14332.20281)
• Outlook 2019 Volume Licensed
  Version 1808 (Build 10385.20027)

Note: Depending on your installation type, this update can be installed via the Update Now button in Outlook itself or the Microsoft Store. This update does not apply to msi-based installations of Office 2016.

Microsoft released the March feature update of Outlook for Microsoft 365 Apps in the Current Channel (previously known as the Office 365 Monthly Channel).

There are no these features this time but it does include 9 highlighted fixes.

• We fixed an issue that caused messages using the Encrypt Only and Do Not Forward templates to return unexpected permissions through the object model.
• We fixed an issue that caused some toggle-type options to sync incorrectly when using Cloud Settings.
• We fixed an issue that caused the “Index out of date” message to display too often.
• We fixed an issue that caused users to expect a stop responding in Outlook in some diagnostic scenarios.
• We fixed an issue that caused users to see only a subset of the messages to get moved when moving multiple mail items from Focused to Other or Other to Focused.
• A data change was made to include a new United Kingdom holiday in UK-based calendars.
• We fixed an issue where removed shared calendars reappeared when the REST shared calendar feature was enabled.
• We fixed an issue that caused Outlook to close unexpectedly during shutdown under some circumstances.
• We fixed an issue that caused contact cards to not show properly.

Note: Depending on your installation type, this update can be installed via the Update Now button in Outlook or the Microsoft Store and updates Outlook to: Version 2203 (Build 15028.20160).

A new rollup update has been made available for all Click-to-Run installations of Outlook 2016, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2021 and Outlook as part of a Microsoft 365 subscription.

It contains 5 security updates for Visio (3) and Word (2).

In addition, it contains 3 documented non-security fix for Outlook Current Version 2202, 1 new feature and 5 fixes for Monthly Enterprise Version 2201, and 1 fix for Semi-Annual Version 2108.

• Version 2202
  • We fixed an issue that caused users to experience performance issues when switching folders due to a corrupt view setting.
  • We fixed an issue that caused the default icon to be displayed for attached messages when a custom icon was expected.
  • We fixed an issue that caused the membership list to fail to display for contact cards.
• Version 2201
  • We fixed an issue that caused users to be unable to open messages with Digital Rights Management policies applied.
  • We fixed an issue where a received email would not include a link to open the message.
  • We fixed an issue that caused a stop responding when loading personas.
  • We fixed an issue that caused certain Smart Link callouts to be inaccessible to screen readers.
  • We fixed an issue where the folder hierarchy did not synchronize all folders for very large primary mailboxes with more than 10000 folders.
• Version 2108
  • We fixed an issue that caused the scroll bar on the appointment view in meeting invitations to be shrunk horizontally.

The new features in Monthly Enterprise Version 2201 is;

• Use your voice to send email and @mention
  New voice commands let you send mail and @mention others while dictating.

Version 2202 has now also been released to the Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel (Preview) and contains 11 highlighted new features and 38 fixes which have been made available already to the Current and Monthly Enterprise release channels. Some notable new features are;

• Expanded GAL people suggestions for mail and calendar compose
  Outlook will now return results from the complete GAL when suggestions people for email and calendar compose.
• Read messages with fewer distractions
  Make it easier to focus on messages with custom text spacing, page colors, column width, and line focus, by turning on Immersive Reader.
• Turn on shared calendar improvements
  For shared calendars in Office 365, Outlook can update these calendars using the REST API. Turn on the preview for faster and more reliable updates to shared calendars.

Based on your release channel, you’ll be updated to the following version;

• Microsoft 365 Apps, Outlook 2016 Retail, Outlook 2019 Retail, Outlook 2021 Retail
  Version 2202 (Build 14931.20132)
• Monthly Enterprise
  Version 2201 (Build 14827.20220)
  Version 2112 (Build 14729.20360)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise (Preview)
  Version 2202 (Build 14931.20132)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise
  Version 2108 (Build 14326.20852)
  Version 2102 (Build 13801.21214) 
• Outlook LTSC 2021
  Version 2108 (Build 14332.20255)
• Outlook 2019 Volume Licensed
  Version 1808 (Build 10384.20023)

Note: Depending on your installation type, this update can be installed via the Update Now button in Outlook itself or the Microsoft Store. This update does not apply to msi-based installations of Office 2016.

Security updates have been released for Exchange 2013, Exchange 2016 and Exchange 2019.

The updates fix the following Vulnerabilities;

• CVE-2022-23277: Microsoft Exchange Server Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
• CVE-2022-24463: Microsoft Exchange Server Spoofing Vulnerability (does not apply to Exchange 2013)

None of the them are currently publicly disclosed nor being exploited. However, the exploitability assessment of CVE-2022-23277 is regarded as “Exploitation More Likely”. It is therefor important to update as soon as possible.

The update for Exchange 2013 also contains a critical change for continued support for add-ins. Without this update, you will not be able to install or start any new Office add-ins.

• KB5012925: RFC certificate timestamp validation in Exchange Server 2013

View: Exchange Blog: Released: March 2022 Exchange Server Security Updates
View: Description of the security update for Microsoft Exchange Server 2019 and Exchange 2016: March 8, 2022 (KB5012698)
View: Description of the security update for Microsoft Exchange Server 2013: March 8, 2022 (KB5010324)

Download: Security Update for Exchange 2019 CU10 and CU11
Download: Security Update for Exchange 2016 CU21 and CU22
Download: Security Update for Exchange 2013 CU23

Microsoft released the February feature update of Outlook for Microsoft 365 Apps in the Current Channel (previously known as the Office 365 Monthly Channel).

It comes with 1 new feature for Outlook and 5 highlighted fixes. The new feature and fixes are listed below;

• Org Explorer
  Visualize and explore your company’s internal structure, work teams, and individual roles.
• We fixed an issue where the folder hierarchy did not synchronize all folders for very large primary mailboxes with more than 10000 folders.
• We fixed an issue where a received email would not include a link to open the message.
• We fixed an issue that caused certain Smart Link callouts to be inaccessible to screen readers.
• We fixed an issue that caused contact cards to not show.
• We fixed an issue in the Outlook preview pane to allow SVG images to render properly.

Note: Depending on your installation type, this update can be installed via the Update Now button in Outlook or the Microsoft Store and updates Outlook to: Version 2202 (Build 14931.20120).

A new rollup update has been made available for all Click-to-Run installations of Outlook 2016, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2021 and Outlook as part of a Microsoft 365 subscription.

It contains 5 security updates for Excel (1), Visio (1) and Office (3).

In addition, it contains 6 new features and 4 fixes for Monthly Enterprise Version 2112, and 1 fix for Semi-Annual Version 2108.

• Version 2112
  • We fixed an issue that caused the smart link URL to not update when the user changed the permissions on the link in the message.
  • We fixed an issue that caused applications to become unresponsive after loading a contact card.
  • We fixed an issue that caused a stop responding when loading personas.
  • We fixed an issue that caused users to see garbled text in some fields when exporting contacts to a CSV.
• Version 2108
  • We fixed an issue that caused Reply All to fail to include the sender when the sender is different from the Reply To address and is also the recipient.

The new features in Monthly Enterprise Version 2112 are;

• Grammar checking’s got your back
  Outlook marks grammar errors as you type, so you can apply suggestions with a single click.
• Delete conversation by message owner
  This feature allows you to delete a conversation by message owner.
• One-click writing suggestions
  Apply writing suggestions with a single click. Editor corrects spelling and grammar and gives you ideas for refining your writing.
• Make your messages accessible for everyone
  Outlook automatically lets you know when there are accessibility issues in your messages when you’re sending it and helps you fix the issue.
• Turn on shared calendar improvements
  For shared calendars in Office 365, Outlook can update these calendars using the REST API. Turn on the preview for faster and more reliable updates to shared calendars.
• Improved address book search
  You can now search additional fields in the Address Book including name, title, location, and more.

Based on your release channel, you’ll be updated to the following version;

• Microsoft 365 Apps, Outlook 2016 Retail, Outlook 2019 Retail, Outlook 2021 Retail
  Version 2201 (Build 14827.20192)
• Monthly Enterprise
  Version 2112 (Build 14729.20322)
  Version 2111 (Build 14701.20314)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise (Preview)
  Version 2108 (Build 14326.20784)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise
  Version 2108 (Build 14326.20784)
  Version 2102 (Build 13801.21156)
  Version 2008 (Build 13127.21886)
• Outlook LTSC 2021
  Version 2108 (Build 14332.20238)
• Outlook 2019 Volume Licensed
  Version 1808 (Build 10383.20027)

Note: Depending on your installation type, this update can be installed via the Update Now button in Outlook itself or the Microsoft Store. This update does not apply to msi-based installations of Office 2016.

Microsoft released the January feature update of Outlook for Microsoft 365 Apps in the Current Channel (previously known as the Office 365 Monthly Channel).

It comes with 1 new feature for Outlook and 4 highlighted fixes. The new feature and fixes are listed below;

• Improved address book search
  You can now search additional fields in the Address Book including name, title, location, and more.
• We fixed an issue that caused a stop responding when loading personas.
• We fixed an issue that caused applications to become unresponsive after loading a contact card.
• We fixed an issue that caused the smart link URL to be unable to update when the user changed the permissions on the link in the message.
• We fixed an issue that caused users to be unable to open messages with Digital Rights Management policies applied.

Note: Depending on your installation type, this update can be installed via the Update Now button in Outlook or the Microsoft Store and updates Outlook to: Version 2201 (Build 14827.20158).

A new rollup update has been made available for all Click-to-Run installations of Outlook 2016, Outlook 2019, Outlook 2021 and Outlook as part of a Microsoft 365 subscription.

It contains 2 security updates which both apply to Office in general.

In addition, it contains 4 fixes for Monthly Enterprise Version 2111, and 1 fix for Semi-Annual (Preview) Version 2108.

• Version 2111
  • We fixed an issue that caused users to experience a close unexpectedly when retrieving personas.
  • We fixed an issue that caused users to experience an unexpected close when loading people photos.
  • We fixed an issue that caused an unexpected close when displaying a contact card.
  • We fixed an issue that caused users to experience an close unexpectedly when loading personas in PowerPoint.
• Version 2108
  • We fixed an issue where users may have experienced a delayed response to typing while an animated gif plays in the Word or Outlook canvas, either on screen or scrolled just off screen.

Version 2108 has now also been released to the Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel and contains 16 highlighted new feature and 65 fixes which have been made available already to the other release channels. Some notable new features are;

• Share to Teams
  Share messages from Outlook with a person or channel in Teams.
• Build in time between back-to-back meetings
  Give attendees time to catch their breath or travel between locations by setting meetings to start 5-10 min late by default.
• Every meeting online
  Update your calendar settings to make every meeting you create a Teams Meeting by default so you no longer need to remember to click the Teams Meeting option.
• Your Outlook settings in the cloud
  Choose your Outlook for Windows settings like Automatic Replies, Focused Inbox, and Privacy, and get to them on any PC.
• Pick where to search
  The new search scope drop down allows you to more easily modify your search and switch between Current Folder and Current Mailbox.

Based on your release channel, you’ll be updated to the following version;

• Microsoft 365 Apps, Outlook 2016 Retail, Outlook 2019 Retail, Outlook 2021 Retail
  Version 2112 (Build 14729.20248)
• Monthly Enterprise
  Version 2111 (Build 14701.20290)
  Version 2110 (Build 14527.20364)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise (Preview)
  Version 2108 (Build 14326.20738)
• Semi-Annual Enterprise
  Version 2108 (Build 14326.20738)
  Version 2102 (Build 13801.21106)
  Version 2008 (Build 13127.21856)
• Outlook LTSC 2021
  Version 2108 (Build 14332.20216)
• Outlook 2019 Volume Licensed
  Version 1808 (Build 10382.20034)

Note: Depending on your installation type, this update can be installed via the Update Now button in Outlook itself or the Microsoft Store. This update does not apply to msi-based installations of Office 2016.