Microsoft and HPE Hacked Due to Test Account Negligence

Microsoft and HPE fell victim to hacking due to negligence surrounding test accounts. In Microsoft's case, a dormant test account with admin privileges was left vulnerable, leading to a breach. The individuals responsible for the mistake were likely no longer with the company, as turnover is common in large enterprises like Microsoft. HPE, on the other hand, was compromised by a password spray attack, which granted access to a test account. The attackers used distributed residential proxy infrastructure to reduce malicious activity detection. These incidents highlight the importance of secure test accounts and the need to avoid reusing passwords.