Microsoft Says Chinese Hackers Exploited Software Flaws

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Microsoft accused Chinese state-sponsored hackers of exploiting vulnerabilities in its SharePoint software in a campaign that has targeted businesses and government agencies around the world. The tech giant alleged that two groups—Linen Typhoon and Violet Typhoon—leveraged flaws on customers’ own networks, as opposed to in the cloud. The intrusion marks another public relations headache for a company trying to bolster its cyber defenses and reputation.