Microsoft’s Cybersecurity Fiasco: More Emails Stolen, Customers Confused by Phishy Alerts

Microsoft revealed that Russian hackers stole more emails than initially reported. Notifications are being sent to customers whose emails were accessed. The breach has raised concerns about U.S. national security, especially since Microsoft was also compromised by Chinese state actors recently.

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Looks like Microsoft’s email servers are more porous than a sponge in a rainstorm! Who knew the real threat to national security was hidden in your inbox?

Key Points:

  • Russian hackers stole more emails from Microsoft than initially reported.
  • Microsoft is notifying affected customers about the compromised email correspondence.
  • The breach included source code, executive emails, and sensitive U.S. government data.
  • Microsoft also faced a similar breach from Chinese state actors.
  • Experts are questioning Microsoft’s role in U.S. national security, despite increased government investment in Microsoft products.

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