Microsoft Finds Russian Hackers Targeting Conservative Sites

The transcript discusses Microsoft's discovery of hacking activities by a group called Strontium, linked to the Russian government. Microsoft has seized domains used for phishing attacks targeting U.S. and European entities. The company collaborates with the government through its digital crimes unit. Other tech companies like Facebook are also involved in combating fake content and phishing schemes. The targeted organizations are often conservative and critical of both President Trump and the Russian government.

What group did Microsoft identify as being involved in hacking activities?

• Strontium

• Titanium

• Plutonium

• Mercury

What is the primary function of Microsoft's digital crimes unit?

• To develop new software

• To conduct market research

• To police global cyber threats

• To manage customer support

Which type of attack did Microsoft find targeting congressional elections?

• DDoS attack

• Ransomware attack

• SQL injection

• Phishing scheme

Which organization was mentioned as being impersonated in phishing emails?

• Brookings Institution

• Hudson Institute

• Carnegie Endowment

• Heritage Foundation

What is Facebook's role in combating phishing and fake content?

• Providing free internet access

• Creating new social media platforms

• Policing fake content linked to government groups

• Developing new advertising strategies