Tech News: A Perfect Storm Led to Microsoft's Big Breach

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Tech News: A Perfect Storm Led to Microsoft's Big Breach

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Sep 7, 2023

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How were hackers able to access important email systems belonging to big targets like the US Department of State? It turns out it was a perfect set of circumstances that Microsoft failed to address. Plus, we have a bunch of AI news, the FAA okays delivery drones flying beyond line of sight, and lots more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Sep 7, 2023

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