China-backed hackers exploit Microsoft vulnerabilities in global cyberattacks

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Chinese government-linked hackers exploited a security flaw in Microsoft SharePoint to conduct widespread attacks, including stealing cryptographic keys and installing backdoors, affecting U.S. and international organizations. Microsoft issued patches, but ongoing threats from multiple actors continue to pose risks, with previous attacks linked to China’s advanced hacking groups like Silk Typhoon.
- China-backed hackers used Microsoft flaw in attacks, defenders say The Washington Post
- Global hack on Microsoft product hits U.S., state agencies, researchers say The Washington Post
- Microsoft hit with SharePoint attack affecting global businesses and governments CNBC
- Microsoft Rushes to Stop Hackers from Wreaking Global Havoc Bloomberg.com
- Proactive Security Insights for SharePoint Attacks (CVE-2025-53770 and CVE-2025-53771) Trend Micro
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