"Chinese Hackers' 5-Year Infiltration of US Critical Infrastructure Revealed"

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"Chinese Hackers' 5-Year Infiltration of US Critical Infrastructure Revealed"
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US and allied intelligence agencies have revealed that a sophisticated Chinese hacking group known as "Volt Typhoon" has been targeting US critical infrastructure, including aviation, rail, mass transit, and more for the past five years. The group, which is believed to be focused on sabotage rather than espionage, has prompted the US government to seek assistance from private technology companies in tracking its activity. The joint statement from the US, Britain, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand's cybersecurity agencies highlights the ongoing concern over malicious cyber activity from China and the need for coordinated efforts to combat it.

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