Russian Hackers Breach Microsoft to Access Senior Leadership Emails
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Microsoft disclosed that the Russian government-sponsored hacking group APT29, also known as Cozy Bear, breached some corporate email accounts to access information related to themselves, rather than traditional corporate or customer data. The hackers used a "password spray attack" to access a small percentage of Microsoft corporate email accounts. Microsoft did not disclose the number of breached accounts or the exact information accessed. The company emphasized the need to enhance security measures and adapt to the new reality, while APT29 is widely known for high-profile cyber attacks.
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