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UK Raises Cybersecurity Concerns, Suspects China in Defence Hack

May 7, 2024, 08:29 AM

Following a recent cybersecurity breach, concerns have been raised about Britain's ties to China. The Ministry of Defence confirmed that its armed forces payroll system was hacked, and although the government, represented by Minister Grant Shapps, has not officially named a perpetrator today, there is strong suspicion that China was responsible. Former Labour Party MP Denis MacShane and Conservative MP Sir Philip Davies have both expressed concerns about the implications of this incident. In response to the hack, the UK government has emphasized its vigilance in cybersecurity, warning of the dangers posed by cyber-espionage from hostile states. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing pressure to officially label China as a threat.