Microsoft Teams SSL Certificate Expiry (2020)

Incident
On February 3, 2020, Microsoft Teams experienced a global outage lasting approximately three hours due to an expired SSL certificate. Users were unable to access the service, receiving error messages related to connection issues.
Impact
The outage disrupted communication for countless organizations relying on Teams for collaboration, highlighting the critical nature of SSL certificate management.
Preventive Features
- SSL Certificate Monitoring: Regular checks to ensure SSL certificates are valid and not nearing expiration.
- Renewal Reminders: Automated alerts for upcoming SSL certificate expirations.
- Server Uptime Checks: Frequent monitoring to detect and address service disruptions promptly.









