Microsoft reports increased Iranian cyber activity targeting US presidential campaign staffers and creating fake news sites.

Microsoft reports an increase in Iranian cyber activity, with hackers linked to the Iranian government targeting US presidential campaign staffers and creating fake news sites to sow division among American voters. The tech giant's threat intelligence report details Iranian groups' use of AI-enabled services to create and spread misleading content, targeting opposing political parties. Microsoft warns that these tactics could increase as the 2024 US election approaches. The Iranian government denied any interference intentions.

August 09, 2024
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