Chinese hackers access US telecom firms, worrying national security officials
Chinese government-linked hackers infiltrated U.S. telecom firms, accessing sensitive information. The Chinese Embassy denies allegations, while U.S. officials and cybersecurity experts investigate the skilled hacking group, Salt Typhoon.
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A group of Chinese government-linked hackers has reportedly infiltrated several U.S. telecommunications firms, raising concerns among national security officials. The hackers are believed to have accessed sensitive information, including wiretap warrant requests, from major providers such as AT&T, Verizon, and Lumen. This breach, discovered recently, is part of a broader pattern of sophisticated cyberattacks attributed to China, amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China over cyber-espionage. U.S. telecom companies hold vast amounts of user data, which is often accessed by law enforcement for investigations, making them prime targets for espionage. The Chinese Embassy in Washington has denied the allegations, claiming they distort the facts and accusing the U.S. of politicizing cybersecurity. U.S. officials have briefed intelligence committees on the situation, and cybersecurity experts from Microsoft and Mandiant are involved in the investigation. The hacking group, known as Salt Typhoon, is noted for its skill and persistence. The FBI has indicated that Chinese government-backed hackers significantly outnumber U.S. cyber personnel, highlighting the ongoing cybersecurity challenges faced by the U.S. government.
- Chinese hackers have infiltrated U.S. telecom firms, raising national security concerns.
- The hackers may have accessed sensitive information, including wiretap warrant requests.
- The Chinese Embassy denies the allegations, accusing the U.S. of politicizing cybersecurity.
- U.S. officials are investigating with the help of cybersecurity experts from Microsoft and Mandiant.
- The hacking group involved is known as Salt Typhoon, noted for its skill and persistence.
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