CyberEspionage

NSA Investigates Potential Chinese Hack on US Telecom Firms

3 months ago

In a significant development that could further strain relations between the United States and China, the National Security Agency (NSA) has launched an investigation into a possible cybersecurity breach affecting American telecommunications companies. Allegedly, the breach has been orchestrated by Chinese hackers, raising national security concerns and putting critical infrastructure at risk.

US Government Shuts Down Websites Used by FSB-Linked Hackers in Synchronized Cybersecurity Strike

3 months ago

In what represents one of the major breakthroughs in the unending war against international cybercrime, the United States Department of Justice announced a major victory in taking down a network of websites allegedly managed by hackers associated with the Russian Federal Security Service. It means that the US government has taken a serious commitment to repelling cyber threats with the alleged support of a state actor.

US Charges Iranian Operatives in Alleged Hack of Trump Campaign

3 months ago

In a development marking the continued cyber threats against political entities, several Iranian operatives have been charged in the United States for their involvement with hacking activity targeting the re-election campaign of Donald Trump. The indictment, unsealed on Friday, places in the public view directed activity by Iranian activists to penetrate US political systems during the 2020 presidential election.