US Charges and Sanctions Iranians for Cyber Espionage Against Government and Companies
Four Iranian nationals have been indicted and sanctioned for their involvement in a cyber espionage campaign that targeted US federal agencies and defense contractors.
- The US has charged four Iranians, allegedly linked to Iran's military, with conducting cyber attacks on government and private sector entities.
- These individuals are accused of working for front companies that served as covers for their cyber operations.
- Sanctions and charges include allegations of spear phishing and social engineering to infiltrate US defense contractors and government departments.
- The Justice Department has unsealed indictments and the Treasury has imposed sanctions, highlighting a coordinated government response.
- The indicted individuals remain at large, with the US offering rewards for information leading to their capture.
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