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Microsoft faces zero-day threat from 'humiliated' researcher

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A security researcher, reportedly feeling humiliated by Microsoft, has threatened to release a significant number of zero-day vulnerabilities. Microsoft has involved law enforcement in response to the researcher's actions and potential future disclosures. The researcher claims to have six zero-days, with three already being actively exploited, and has indicated a further release is planned for July 14. AI

IMPACT Potential for new zero-day exploits to emerge, impacting software security.

RANK_REASON This is a dispute between a security researcher and a company, not a core AI release or significant industry event.

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Microsoft faces zero-day threat from 'humiliated' researcher

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Disgruntled 0-day hunter 'humiliated' by Microsoft pledges 'bone shattering drop' as Redmond calls cops

    Six 0-days, three under active exploitation, more to come on July 14?

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