Events
Categories
Programs
Events
Categories
Programs
Chinese Menace: Accusations from US, UK, New Zealand against China-backed cybercriminals for disrupting essential systems, parliament
The US and the UK claim that hackers, funded by China, caused massive disruption to vital infrastructure, negatively impacting millions of citizens in both nations. Similarly, New Zealand is blaming China for backing hackers who infiltrated their Parliament.
Authorities from the US and the UK have collectively brought forward accusations and set sanctions against China, claiming its participation in a broad cyber spying operation aimed at millions of people and institutions globally. The suspected hacking collective, known as Advanced Persistent Threat 31 (APT31), is reportedly associated with China's Ministry of State Security.
In a corresponding event, New Zealand has blamed a harmful cyberattack in 2021 on Chinese hackers supported by the state. The Security Services Minister, Judith Collins, highlighted the importance of protecting confidential government data from online dangers.
Reports suggest that those targeted by the cyberattacks include politicians, scholars, reporters, and government representatives who are critical of Beijing. Furthermore, defence contractors and businesses in industries like steel, energy, and clothing have also been reportedly targeted. It's also been stated that the partners of high-ranking US officials and lawmakers were among those attacked.
Deputy US Attorney General Lisa Monaco states that the main goals of the hacking scheme were to suppress critics of the Chinese government, penetrate government organizations, and pilfer commercial secrets. US prosecutors have unveiled charges against seven supposed Chinese hackers, alleging they breached millions of Americans' professional accounts, personal emails, online data storage, and phone call logs.
In the meantime, UK authorities have leveled accusations at APT31 for attacking UK parliament members who are openly critical of China. In addition, they have blamed another group of Chinese intelligence agents for infiltrating the UK's election regulatory body, putting the data of millions of UK residents at risk.
Chinese representatives in the US and UK have rejected the accusations, calling them baseless and harmful. However, both nations have enforced penalties on a company they believe is linked to China's State Security Ministry, which they purport to be a cover for the hacking operations.
The US Treasury Department declared penalties on Wuhan Xiaoruizhi Science and Technology and two Chinese citizens due to their involvement in cyber spying activities. FBI Chief Christopher Wray criticized China's actions, describing them as overt attempts to weaken US cyber protection and harm American interests and innovation.
The latest allegations surface during rising conflicts between Beijing and Western countries regarding cyber spying matters. Western intelligence units have openly accused China of state-supported hacking activities. Conversely, China has leveled comparable charges against Western organizations.
US prosecutors' charges pointed out a few significant objectives, such as a US presidential campaign in 2020 and a US public opinion research company during the 2018 midterm elections. John Hultquist, the head analyst for the cybersecurity intelligence company Mandiant, emphasized the importance of political groups as sources for gathering geopolitical information.
As accusations and rebuttals persistently emerge, the worldwide cyber protection field continues to be filled with difficulties. Governments and cyber safety specialists stress the crucial necessity for strong safeguards against cyber risks.
(Incorporating information from various sources)
Search for us on YouTube
Featured Programs
Associated Articles
Meta plans to close key disinformation tracking software before significant US elections
China fights back against US tech restrictions, prohibits Intel and AMD CPUs, GPUs in governmental systems
The purpose of marriage? The controversy surrounding no-fault divorce in America
Philippines calls in Chinese representative due to 'forceful measures' in the South China Sea, challenges Beijing to pursue arbitration
Meta intends to deactivate essential fake news tracking tool prior to major US polls
China responds to US technology penalties, bans use of Intel and AMD processors, graphics cards in state computers
The role of marriage? Debate over no-fault divorce heats up in America
Philippines invites Chinese diplomat over 'assertive tactics' in South China Sea, provokes Beijing to opt for arbitration
Available on YouTube
Firstpost holds all rights reserved, copyright in 2024.
+ There are no comments
Add yours