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Sophisticated Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. Telecoms, Affecting 2024 Presidential Campaigns and Well-Connected Americans

Oct 27, 2024, 01:03 AM

A sophisticated breach of American telecommunications systems has reportedly extended to the 2024 U.S. presidential campaigns, raising significant concerns regarding the group responsible for the attack and the depth of its intelligence-gathering efforts. This breach, linked to Chinese hackers, has also affected a number of well-connected Americans, highlighting the potential severity of the situation. The implications of this breach are profound, as it not only targets critical infrastructure but also poses risks to the integrity of the upcoming presidential election.