Chinese cyber group Salt Typhoon may have stolen data on nearly every American. The cyberespionage campaign was global, affecting over 80 countries. Stolen data could let Chinese intelligence track targets via telecom networks—politicians, spies, activists.… pic.twitter.com/NiRZHTHBgD
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The hackers reportedly hit major telecommunications firms, transportation systems, lodging networks, government agencies, and military infrastructure.
In a joint statement, officials from nearly two dozen counties acknowledged the attack.
The FBI said the campaign had spread to 600 companies in 80 countries.
British and American officials described the Salt Typhoon as “unrestrained” and “indiscriminate.”