Russian intelligence-sponsored hackers targeted Microsoft executives’ emails using password spraying, a basic tactic. Microsoft discovered the intrusion a week ago and is investigating.
The hackers, linked to the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service, sought information about Midnight Blizzard, a hacking group.
Although some emails were taken, there’s no evidence of access to critical systems.
Microsoft, a frequent target of nation-state hacking, emphasizes ongoing cooperation with law enforcement.
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