Microsoft has issued guidance to IT administrators to re-enable the retired Exchange Web Services (EWS) API in Exchange Online to address issues with EWS apps that have stopped working.

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Business impact

Organizations may face operational disruptions and errors in EWS apps, leading to potential downtime and user frustration. Re-enabling EWS can mitigate these issues but is a short-term solution.

Industries affected

All industries using Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online are affected, including enterprise businesses, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations.

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