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"Chinese Hackers Infiltrate US Infrastructure, FBI Chief Warns of Potential Devastating Cyberattack"

FBI director Christopher Wray warned that Chinese hackers have infiltrated US critical infrastructure, targeting companies in telecommunications, energy, water, and 23 pipeline operators, with the intent to potentially cause devastating damage. China's broader intent is seen as a means to deter the US from defending Taiwan, although China denies government involvement and claims the hacking is unrelated to them. The hackers operate botnets to conceal their activities, and private sector companies have attributed the attacks to China.

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"US Officials Warn of Imminent Chinese Cyber Threat to Infrastructure"

FBI Director Christopher Wray warned that Chinese government-linked hackers have infiltrated U.S. critical infrastructure through an ongoing hacking campaign known as Volt Typhoon, targeting companies in telecommunications, energy, water, and other critical sectors. Wray expressed concerns about China's ability to cause havoc on American infrastructure at a time of its choosing, potentially inducing panic. China denied government involvement, attributing Volt Typhoon to a criminal ransomware group, while the FBI pointed to evidence linking the cyber activities to China.