Microsoft confirmed that its official X account was taken over and used to promote a Clippy-themed cryptocurrency account, with its profile picture changed and unauthorized posts published. The incident was later removed, and Microsoft said it was investigating how the account was accessed. #Microsoft #Clippy #MSFT #X
Keypoints
- Microsoft’s official X account was compromised on Thursday.
- The attackers used the account to amplify a Clippy-themed crypto profile.
- The profile picture was changed to an image of Clippy.
- Microsoft said the unauthorized posts were removed and the account was secured.
- The company has not disclosed how the attackers gained access.
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