Mar 30, 04:22 PM

US, UK, New Zealand Accuse China of Massive Cyber-Espionage Campaign Targeting Millions of Victims; APT31 Targeting UK Parliamentarians

Western governments, including the US, UK, and New Zealand, are accusing China of engaging in a massive cyber-espionage campaign targeting millions of people, including politicians and journalists. The Chinese hackers have been indicted for computer intrusions and wire fraud, with specific incidents like hacking the UK Electoral Commission and targeting US businesses and politicians coming to light. China's Ministry of State Security has issued warnings about spy agencies obtaining state secrets under the guise of consulting agencies. The cyberattacks by Chinese state-backed hackers have penetrated critical infrastructure in the US, including communications, energy, transport, and water systems.