Leaked Documents Expose China's Extensive Hacking Operations
A significant leak from Chinese tech firm I-Soon reveals the scope of China's hacking campaigns, targeting global entities including governments and corporations.
- The leak includes over 500 files, revealing China's state security agents hiring hackers for data harvesting on foreign governments and institutions.
- US officials are analyzing the leaked documents for insights into China's hacking strategies, which involve tech firms like I-Soon in extensive cyber espionage.
- Targets of the hacking operations include NATO, the UK Foreign Office, and entities in Asia, highlighting the global reach of China's intelligence gathering.
- I-Soon's leaked files also show domestic surveillance efforts, including monitoring of Uyghurs in Xinjiang.
- The leak challenges Beijing's denials of sponsoring cyberattacks and raises concerns over the security of critical data worldwide.