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Product:
Outlook
Platform:
US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
The new Outlook will now allow users to store S/MIME encryption certificates within their Contacts. This enables users to save certificates directly in contact entries and use them to send S/MIME encrypted emails to the contacts. #newoutlookforwindows
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-11-17
updated:
2025-11-17
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Direct effects for Operations**
S/MIME Certificate Management
Without proper preparation, users may face difficulties in managing S/MIME certificates, leading to potential security risks and inability to send encrypted emails.
- roles: IT Support, End Users
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/outlook-blog/outlook-support-for-storing-s-mime-certificates-in-contacts/ba-p/3701230
User Experience with Email Encryption
Users may experience confusion or frustration if the new feature is not properly communicated, leading to improper use of email encryption and potential data breaches.
- roles: End Users, Compliance Officers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-new-outlook-for-windows/
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