TECH - Microsoft Shakes Up Cybersecurity: Executive Pay Now Tied to Anti-Hacking Milestones | Benzinga
Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) introduced new anti-hacking initiatives, linking senior leaders’ compensation to cybersecurity milestones after facing criticism for failing to prevent significant attacks.
The company is prioritizing security over new feature development and adding cybersecurity leaders to its product teams.
In November, Microsoft launched its Secure Future Initiative, the most significant security effort since co-founder Bill Gates redirected Windows development in 2002 to focus on product safety, Bloomberg reports.
However, a critical government cybersecurity report highlighted Microsoft’s security culture shortcomings.
Microsoft’s revamped security culture ...