http client tools

HTTP client tools, such as Axios and Node Fetch, are increasingly being weaponized in cyberattacks targeting Microsoft 365 accounts. Recent reports from Proofpoint highlight that over 78% of Microsoft 365 users have faced account takeover attempts leveraging these tools in brute force campaigns, with some attacks achieving a 43% success rate. These tools, originally designed for legitimate web requests, are now exploited by cybercriminals to automate login attempts and bypass security measures. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the threat landscape, attack vectors, and defensive strategies for IT administrators and security professionals. The tag also references the Microsoft URL Rewrite Module 2.0 for IIS, which modifies responses served to HTTP clients.