Chinese Hackers Target U.S. Phones in Major Cybersecurity Breach
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Chinese hackers compromised the cellphone of Todd Blanche, Donald Trump's lead defense attorney, accessing text messages and audio recordings. This breach is part of a broader Chinese cyber-espionage campaign targeting U.S. political figures, including those associated with the Trump and Harris campaigns. The FBI is investigating the extent of the breach, which has raised concerns about national security and the integrity of communications among political and legal figures. The incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats from foreign actors.
- Cellphone of Trump's lead defense attorney compromised by Chinese hackers, sources say ABC News
- Exclusive | U.S. Agency Warns Employees About Phone Use Amid Ongoing China Hack The Wall Street Journal
- Chinese hackers gained access to huge trove of Americans’ cell records POLITICO
- China’s Typhoon hacks ahead of U.S. election spurred by elite competition The Washington Post
- China’s Very Real Cyber Threat to Our Critical Infrastructure Governing
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