Australia and Allies Warn of Escalating Cyber Threat from Chinese APT40 Hackers

APT40 exploits vulnerabilities in outdated devices and public-facing infrastructure, posing ongoing risks to government and private networks.

APT40, linked to China's Ministry of State Security, targets Australian and international networks.
The group rapidly adapts to new vulnerabilities, using hijacked devices to blend with legitimate traffic.
Joint advisory from eight nations highlights the sophisticated tradecraft of APT40.
Recommendations include timely patching, network segmentation, and replacing outdated equipment.
Recent attacks involved breaching SOHO routers and exploiting flaws in widely used software.