Microsoft blames recent Sony and RSA hacks on 'rookie mistakes'

Stuart Sumner
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Software giant also claims to be almost impervious to denial-of-service attacks

Microsoft has blamed Sony and security firm RSA for making 'rookie mistakes' that led to both firms' recent and widely-publicised hacking incidents. John Howie, senior director, online services ...

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