Microsoft Attack Blamed on China Morphs Into Global Crisis

The transcript discusses a major cyberattack on Microsoft servers, affecting over 60,000 victims globally, primarily small and medium-sized businesses. The attack, attributed to a Chinese government-backed group called Hafnium, prompted a strong response from the US government and Microsoft. Despite China's denial of involvement, the attack exploited server flaws, leading to widespread indiscriminate attacks. Experts highlight the rapid and automated nature of these attacks, underscoring the fragility of US computer networks. This incident follows another significant cyberattack by Russian hackers on US federal agencies.

What did cyber experts say about the attacks and their impact on computer networks?

How does this cyberattack compare to previous attacks in terms of scale and impact?