Thank you a lot for the advice! I’m kinda cheating a bit and using ChatGPT to draft my email, if anyone else sees this and wants to help feel free! Its late so I’ll redo this in the morning. Not exactly what I’m going to send I’ll fix it a little to make it better when I have time.
Email to Your Boss
Subject: Summary of Our Conversation and Security Concerns
Hi [Boss],
I hope you’re well.
I wanted to summarize our recent conversation regarding the desktop running Windows 7. As per your instructions, I have not made any changes to the current setup. I understand your position on not upgrading the desktop at this time.
However, I want to document that the system poses significant security risks due to its lack of support and potential vulnerabilities. While we have good security measures in place, it doesn’t matter how many security measures we have; this outdated OS could lead to data loss and disruptions.
One known vulnerability, EternalBlue, allows attackers to take control of a system just by sending data over the internet, bypassing many security measures.
I’ve brought a replacement computer with Windows 10 installed and preconfigured with all necessary software. It has been verified that it has everything needed. This computer will be left here as a drop-in replacement if the current Windows 7 computer breaks down. Given the recent issues with the system and requests for a new computer, this will help minimize any downtime.
Please confirm if my understanding is correct, and let me know if there are any further steps you would like me to take.
Thanks,
[Your Name]
Email to Senior Management
Subject: Security Concern Regarding Windows 7 Desktop
Hi [Senior Management],
I hope you’re well.
I wanted to bring a security issue to your attention. We have a desktop running Windows 7 that hasn’t been upgraded despite my efforts to address this with [Boss]. This system accesses our server and poses a significant security risk.
[Boss] mentioned that we have good security measures, but the operating system itself is vulnerable. It doesn’t matter how many security measures we have in place; this outdated OS could lead to data loss, disruptions, and undermine the security expectations of our customers.
One known vulnerability, EternalBlue, allows attackers to take control of a system just by sending data over the internet, bypassing many security measures.
I’ve brought a fully updated replacement computer with Windows 10. It has been verified that it has everything needed. This computer will be left here as a drop-in replacement if the current Windows 7 computer breaks down. Given the recent issues with the system and requests for a new computer, this will help minimize any downtime.
To be transparent and protect our network, I’d like to CC you on my communication with [Boss] to make sure you’re aware and involved. Is this okay with you? Do you want me to CC anyone else?
Thank you a lot for the advice! I’m kinda cheating a bit and using ChatGPT to draft my email, if anyone else sees this and wants to help feel free! Its late so I’ll redo this in the morning. Not exactly what I’m going to send I’ll fix it a little to make it better when I have time.
Email to Your Boss
Subject: Summary of Our Conversation and Security Concerns
Hi [Boss],
I hope you’re well.
I wanted to summarize our recent conversation regarding the desktop running Windows 7. As per your instructions, I have not made any changes to the current setup. I understand your position on not upgrading the desktop at this time.
However, I want to document that the system poses significant security risks due to its lack of support and potential vulnerabilities. While we have good security measures in place, it doesn’t matter how many security measures we have; this outdated OS could lead to data loss and disruptions.
One known vulnerability, EternalBlue, allows attackers to take control of a system just by sending data over the internet, bypassing many security measures.
I’ve brought a replacement computer with Windows 10 installed and preconfigured with all necessary software. It has been verified that it has everything needed. This computer will be left here as a drop-in replacement if the current Windows 7 computer breaks down. Given the recent issues with the system and requests for a new computer, this will help minimize any downtime.
Please confirm if my understanding is correct, and let me know if there are any further steps you would like me to take.
Thanks, [Your Name]
Email to Senior Management
Subject: Security Concern Regarding Windows 7 Desktop
Hi [Senior Management],
I hope you’re well.
I wanted to bring a security issue to your attention. We have a desktop running Windows 7 that hasn’t been upgraded despite my efforts to address this with [Boss]. This system accesses our server and poses a significant security risk.
[Boss] mentioned that we have good security measures, but the operating system itself is vulnerable. It doesn’t matter how many security measures we have in place; this outdated OS could lead to data loss, disruptions, and undermine the security expectations of our customers.
One known vulnerability, EternalBlue, allows attackers to take control of a system just by sending data over the internet, bypassing many security measures.
I’ve brought a fully updated replacement computer with Windows 10. It has been verified that it has everything needed. This computer will be left here as a drop-in replacement if the current Windows 7 computer breaks down. Given the recent issues with the system and requests for a new computer, this will help minimize any downtime.
To be transparent and protect our network, I’d like to CC you on my communication with [Boss] to make sure you’re aware and involved. Is this okay with you? Do you want me to CC anyone else?
Thanks for your understanding.
Best, [Your Name]
Is this good?