Security
Microsoft’s X account hacked in crypto pump-and-dump scheme
BleepingComputer·October 2, 2026·1 min read
Unknown attackers hijacked Microsoft's official X account, which has over 13 million followers, on Thursday in an apparent pump-and-dump scheme promoting a crypto token. The breach highlights ongoing security risks on social media platforms, as the attackers used the account's reach to manipulate token prices. Microsoft has not yet commented on the incident.
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