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China Offers Rewards for Capture of Alleged NSA Operatives Accused of Cyberattacks

Chinese authorities accuse three U.S. intelligence agents of targeting critical systems during the 2025 Asian Winter Games in Harbin.

Overview

  • Chinese police have issued wanted notices for three alleged NSA operatives, offering rewards for information leading to their capture.
  • The accused agents, identified as Katheryn A. Wilson, Robert J. Snelling, and Stephen W. Johnson, are suspected of cyberattacks during February's Asian Winter Games.
  • Authorities report over 270,000 foreign-sourced cyberattacks targeting event systems, including athlete data and competition records.
  • The alleged attacks also targeted Chinese companies, including Huawei, which has faced U.S. sanctions since 2019.
  • This development highlights escalating tensions between China and the United States over cyberespionage and national security concerns.

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