Hackers try to leverage information stolen from the tech giant's corporate emails in January
Tech giant Microsoft revealed on Friday that Midnight Blizzard, a Russian state-sponsored hacking group, is attempting to breach its systems once again. Reuters reported.
Hackers attempt to use data stolen from the tech giant's corporate emails in January 2024.
The event underscores the group's specific focus on breaking into Microsoft, a major software designer and key provider of digital assistance to the U.S. government.
The hacking group, also known as Nobelium, is apparently using previously stolen data to make ongoing attempts to breach Microsoft systems, including source code repositories and internal systems.
Microsoft emphasized Midnight Blizzard's growing aggression, noting that there has been a tenfold increase in the use of “password sprays” since the January attack.
The Russian embassy in Washington, despite Microsoft's previous disclosure in January, has not responded to the recent statement, nor has it commented on Microsoft's previous reports regarding Midnight Blizzard's actions.
Microsoft emphasized its commitment to helping affected customers, noting that hackers are using the information acquired to potentially identify areas for future attacks.
The company emphasized that there is no evidence of compromise in its customer-facing systems, reassuring the public about the security of those platforms.
This ongoing campaign to breach Microsoft reflects the substantial commitment of resources, coordination, and focus by the threat actor, indicating a sustained and significant threat to cybersecurity.
