Canadian Cyber Agency Warns of Persistent Chinese Hacking Threat

A new report highlights extensive cyber espionage by China, targeting Canadian government networks for political and economic gain.

The Communications Security Establishment (CSE) identified China as the most significant cyber threat to Canada, with state-sponsored actors compromising government networks over the past five years.
Chinese cyber operations aim to achieve strategic advantages, including espionage, intellectual property theft, and influence over Canadian political and commercial interests.
At least 20 Canadian government networks have been breached, with attackers investing significant resources to understand and exploit these systems.
The report also highlights emerging cyber threats from Russia, Iran, and India, with India newly recognized for potential espionage activities against Canadian networks.
China's cyber activities extend beyond Canada, with evidence of pre-positioning in U.S. networks to potentially disrupt critical infrastructure during conflicts.