We performed a number of internet-wide scans using Project Sonar, and fingerprinted the returned data using Recog, when possible, to enable us to identify specific versions of Windows Server. We took a more systematic look at the prevalence of the different versions of Windows Server that are floating out on the open internet. Through a sampling of some of our data, we realized that even as of the date of this post, there were many instances of Windows Server 2008 still running in the wild-and by extension, associated variations of dependent software, such as Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) version 7.0 and 7.5. Though there have been exceptions to end of support under unusual circumstances, such as the extension of support for Windows 10 in light of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, such exceptions shouldn’t be expected to be the norm. 14 that affect these specific versions of Windows will not likely be addressed for the vast majority of installations. What does that mean in practice? Well, any instances running these versions of Windows Server are no longer supported by Microsoft-no more automated fixes, updates, or technical assistance.įrom a security standpoint, any exploits that appear after Jan. Windows Server 20 R2 reached their end of life (EOL) on Jan.
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