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China hackers broke into 400-plus treasury PCs: Report

IndiaTimes Thursday, 16 January 2025
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the US Treasury Department's computers, accessing sensitive information related to sanctions, international affairs, and intelligence. The breach affected over 400 devices and included unclassified documents. No evidence suggests the hackers accessed classified systems. The attack, attributed to a group known as Silk Typhoon, prompted Treasury to contemplate alternative contractors.
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