A hacker with China’s national flag in background. (Getty Images) PHP backdoor looks to be work of Chinese-linked APT group Known as Glutton, researchers at QiAnXin’s XLab believe Winnti is responsible for the malware. Dec 16, 2024 By Greg Otto
President Xi Jinping of China is seen on a program from the CGTN archive as it plays on a computer monitor on February 04, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images) Leaked documents show how firm supports Chinese hacking operations Documents that appear to belong to the offensive security firm I-SOON provide a rare window into the world of Beijing's hackers for hire. Feb 21, 2024 By AJ Vicens
(ATTA KENARE/AFP via Getty Images) Stealthy hacks show advancements in China’s cyberespionage operations, researchers say Hacker groups linked to China have demonstrated the growing ability to infiltrate systems and remain hidden while they steal data. Mar 23, 2023 By AJ Vicens
Smoke from a fire that broke out at the Ghazipur landfill darkens the sky on the backdrop of high-tension electricity pylons on the outskirts of New Delhi on March 28, 2022. (Photo by MONEY SHARMA/AFP via Getty Images) Suspected Chinese hackers are targeting India’s power grid It's the continuation of a years-long trend. Apr 7, 2022 By Tonya Riley
A health worker prepares a dose of the Covaxin vaccine against the Covid-19 coronavirus at a vaccination centre in New Delhi on September 29, 2021. (Photo by SAJJAD HUSSAIN/AFP via Getty Images) Suspected Chinese hackers masqueraded as Indian government to send COVID-19 phishing emails The group had a prolific 2020, and has stayed busy in 2021. Oct 5, 2021 By Tim Starks
(Getty Images) Suspected Chinese hackers return with unusual attacks on domestic gambling companies The Winnti Group's gambling targets are usually in other parts of Asia. Jul 12, 2021 By Tim Starks
A semiconductor silicon wafer being tested. (Getty Images) Suspected Chinese hackers target telecoms, research in Taiwan, Recorded Future says Hackers also targeted academia, research and development, and government organizations in Nepal, the Philippines and Taiwan. Jul 8, 2021 By Tonya Riley
Assistant Attorney General for National Security John Demers speaks May 31, 2018, at the Cyber Threat Intelligence Forum presented by FireEye and produced by CyberScoop and FedScoop. (CyberScoop) Justice Department official accuses China of acting as ‘safe haven’ for cybercriminals It’s an accusation that U.S. government officials and security researchers have more often leveled at Russia. Oct 21, 2020 By Sean Lyngaas
(Getty Images) Five Chinese nationals, two Malaysians charged in connection with global hacking campaign The Justice Department is trying to put alleged Chinese hackers on notice. Sep 16, 2020 By Shannon Vavra
For suspected Chinese hackers, U.S. telecoms represent a tempting target for espionage. (Getty Images) Chinese hacking groups are bullying telecoms as 2020 goes on, CrowdStrike says Six hacking groups have focused on the telecommunications sector in the first half of this year, according to new CrowdStrike research. Sep 15, 2020 By Shannon Vavra