Chinese-linked hackers compromise ConnectWise, global attack reported

• Chinese-linked hackers used an open-source penetration testing framework, ARTEX, to compromise ConnectWise.
• The attack targeted hundreds globally, according to Microsoft.
• Microsoft reported the incident and is working on a solution.
• ConnectWise is a widely used software company, making this a significant security breach.
• ARTEX is an open-source tool commonly used for penetration testing.