thehackernews.com 7/1/2026, 6:12:27 AM · external

Azure CLI Password Spray Hits at Least 78 Microsoft Accounts in 81M+ Attempts

Azure CLI Password Spray Hits at Least 78 Microsoft Accounts in 81M+ Attempts
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THE article discusses a significant cybersecurity incident involving a password spray attack targeting Microsoft accounts via Azure CLI. In total, there were over 81 million attempts made on at least 78 accounts. The piece emphasizes the need for enhancing password security measures to prevent such attacks, highlighting the importance of awareness regarding cybersecurity threats in cloud services.

Additionally, it suggests strategies for improving defenses against similar vulnerabilities and provides links to resources, webinars, and other articles related to cybersecurity topics.

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