Chinese Hackers Breach CFIUS, U.S. Government Office Assessing Foreign Investments in December 2024
Jan 10, 2025, 11:05 AM
Chinese hackers have breached the U.S. government office responsible for assessing foreign investments for national security risks, known as the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). The breach reportedly occurred in December 2024, as confirmed by CNN. This incident raises concerns regarding the security of sensitive government data and the implications for national security amidst increasing cyber threats from foreign actors.
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