The House Committee on Homeland Security has requested Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) President Brad Smith to appear for a hearing on cybersecurity concerns.
What Happened: The committee is seeking Smith’s testimony regarding recent security breaches that compromised U.S. government officials’ email accounts, reported CNBC. The hearing is scheduled for May 22 in Washington.
Microsoft, as the world’s most valuable public company, is a prime target for cyberattacks due to its widespread use of email software in business and government.
The breach in question, which Microsoft disclosed last summer, involved the email accounts of high-ranking U.S. officials, including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.), and U.S. Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns.
Despite the committee’s request, Microsoft has not confirmed Smith’s attendance. A Microsoft spokesperson stated, “We’re always committed to providing ...