The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been targeted in a significant cyberattack, suspected to be perpetrated by a hostile state, potentially China, though the Chinese Embassy has denied involvement. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps disclosed that the breach exposed personal data of approximately 270,000 military personnel, raising serious security concerns. The attack reportedly exploited vulnerabilities in a third-party contractor's payroll system. In response, Shapps outlined a multi-point security enhancement plan to protect affected personnel and prevent future breaches. He also issued an apology and emphasized ongoing investigations to confirm the involvement of a foreign state. Additionally, there are concerns about potential multi-platform attacks and the creation of profiles of British military personnel using the hacked data.