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Microsoft Notifies Clients of Russian Hackers Accessing Emails

The breach, attributed to the state-sponsored Midnight Blizzard group, has led to increased scrutiny of Microsoft's security measures.

  • Microsoft is informing customers about Russian hackers accessing their emails through a breach in its systems.
  • The hackers, identified as the Midnight Blizzard group, previously known for the SolarWinds attack, targeted Microsoft corporate email accounts.
  • Microsoft is providing affected clients with details of the accessed data and sharing compromised emails.
  • The US government has criticized Microsoft's security practices, calling for an overhaul following the breach.
  • Microsoft has committed to improving its security measures amidst ongoing regulatory scrutiny.
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