Reports: China hacked Verizon and AT&T, may have accessed US wiretap systems
Chinese hackers linked to the government breached major U.S. ISPs, potentially accessing wiretap systems. Investigations are ongoing, and Verizon is collaborating with federal agencies to address the breach.
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Chinese hackers, reportedly linked to the government, have breached the networks of major U.S. Internet service providers (ISPs) including Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen. This intrusion may have allowed access to systems used for court-authorized wiretaps, according to reports from The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. The hackers, identified as part of a group called Salt Typhoon, potentially held access for months, raising concerns about the security of U.S. communications infrastructure. Investigations by the FBI and other agencies are ongoing, with indications that the Chinese Ministry of State Security may be involved. Verizon has established a response team in collaboration with the FBI and cybersecurity firms to address the breach. While it remains unclear whether the hackers accessed specific surveillance targets or communications, the situation has prompted significant scrutiny of the security measures in place at these ISPs. The Chinese Embassy in Washington has denied the allegations, suggesting that U.S. intelligence is fabricating evidence against China. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in critical communication systems and the ongoing risks posed by state-sponsored cyber espionage.
- Chinese hackers breached networks of major U.S. ISPs, potentially accessing wiretap systems.
- The hacking group, Salt Typhoon, may have maintained access for months.
- Investigations by the FBI and other agencies are in early stages.
- Verizon is collaborating with federal agencies to address the breach.
- The Chinese government denies involvement, claiming U.S. intelligence is spreading disinformation.
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