Iran Intensifies Cyber Efforts to Influence 2024 US Election, Microsoft Warns

Microsoft reports Iranian cyber actors targeting presidential campaigns and creating fake news sites to sow division.

Iranian cyber groups have launched phishing attacks on presidential campaigns and created fake news sites.
Microsoft's report provides more details than recent US intelligence briefings on Iranian cyber activities.
Iranian efforts appear aimed at undermining candidates likely to increase tensions with Tehran, particularly Donald Trump.
US officials have also noted ongoing influence operations by Russia and China ahead of the election.
Microsoft warns that foreign adversaries are using generative AI to spread misinformation and manipulate voters.