Microsoft says ConnectWise breach let Chinese spies loose on 2,250 cloud tenants
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Summary
Microsoft said a ConnectWise breach let Chinese spies access 2,250 cloud tenants, with AI agents used to gain privileged access in some environments in under three hours.
Key facts
- Microsoft attributed the campaign to Chinese spies.
- The breach affected 2,250 cloud tenants.
- Hackers gained privileged access in some environments in under three hours.
- AI agents carried out the intrusion work.
Why it matters
Organizations relying on third-party remote management tools face exposure through their vendors, and the speed of AI-assisted access means defenders have little time to respond.
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- The RegisterPublication · PrimaryMicrosoft says ConnectWise breach let Chinese spies loose on 2,250 cloud tenants · By Carly PageRead at The Register