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Hackers Used AI Agents to Breach About 2,250 Organizations via ConnectWise Backup
The short answer
Microsoft says China-aligned hackers stole ConnectWise cloud backup credentials and used AI agents to break into customers' Microsoft environments. Many small businesses reach Microsoft 365 through an IT provider's tools.
- security
- breach
- Microsoft 365
What happened
TechCrunch reports the attackers made almost 3,000 sign-in attempts per minute and accessed email and files at around 2,250 organizations. ConnectWise paused its cloud backup service while it investigated.
What it means for your business
Many small businesses reach Microsoft 365 through an IT provider's tools. Ask your provider whether you were affected, and confirm multi-factor authentication is on everywhere.
Source: TechCrunch