HACKER SELLS 3.6M AZURE ACCOUNT RECORDS

The hacker accessed Azure accounts belonging to several major corporations, obtaining employee databases that include sensitive information. The breach exploited compromised credentials to gain entry into the cloud infrastructure. The threat actor has listed the stolen data for sale, signaling potential exposure of confidential company and employee information. Microsoft Azure customers among Fortune 500 firms are believed to be affected. The incident highlights ongoing risks associated with credential compromise and unauthorized access to cloud environments. Security experts recommend organizations review access logs, audit credential management practices, and implement multi-factor authentication across all Azure accounts. No official statement from Microsoft or affected companies has been released. The authenticity of the hacker's claims has not been independently verified.