China hacked major U.S. telecom firms in apparent counterspy operation
undefined 8, 2024
Chinese hackers, believed to be part of the Ministry of State Security, have breached at least three major U.S. telecommunications providers, including Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen, in a suspected espionage operation. The hackers likely targeted data on U.S. surveillance efforts, with potential access to federal wiretap requests. The breach, under investigation by the FBI and intelligence agencies, is seen as highly sophisticated and poses significant risks to U.S. security. The operation is separate from other known Chinese hacking campaigns.
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