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Microsoft Faces Congressional Scrutiny Over Security Failures and China Ties

Lawmakers question Microsoft President Brad Smith on cybersecurity lapses and the company's operations in China following major breaches.

  • Microsoft admits responsibility for security failures that led to breaches by Chinese and Russian hackers.
  • Congressional panel criticizes Microsoft's transparency and security culture.
  • Smith outlines steps Microsoft is taking to improve cybersecurity, including tying executive bonuses to security performance.
  • Lawmakers express concerns over Microsoft's significant presence in China and its implications for national security.
  • The Cyber Safety Review Board's report highlights a series of preventable errors by Microsoft.
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