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Public Wi-Fi access point in a brightly-lit hotel lobby with surrounding furniture and large window.

Microsoft Exposes Russian Spies' Wi-Fi Malware Ploy

Microsoft uncovered a sneaky malware plot by Russian spies, who turned Wi-Fi networks at hotels and conference centers into a backdoor to steal valuable credentials and gain access to victims' cloud environments. The clever attack, attributed to the notorious SVR's Midnight Blizzard group, went undetected for months.

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Hotel lobby with guest checking in at reception desk near public Wi-Fi access point.

Midnight Blizzard Hijacks Hotel Wi-Fi to Spread Espionage Malware

Malicious hackers from Midnight Blizzard have hijacked hotel Wi-Fi networks to spread espionage malware, using a sneaky tactic called CaptiveCrunch that's been flying under the radar since early May. By taking over captive portals, attackers tricked victims into downloading fake updates that actually served up malicious software.

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