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Will details of the classified briefing on the Treasury breach be publicly released by end of 2025?
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Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. Treasury, Access Over 3,000 Files Including Yellen's in Attack on 400 Computers
Jan 16, 2025, 12:42 AM
Chinese state-sponsored hackers breached a U.S. government office responsible for reviewing foreign investments for national security risks, according to multiple reports. The attack, attributed to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), has raised alarms regarding vulnerabilities in U.S. cyber infrastructure. Lawmakers were informed that the hackers accessed thousands of files, including sensitive information from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. The breach reportedly involved over 400 computers and focused on staff involved in sanctions and intelligence operations. The U.S. Treasury Department is set to hold a classified briefing for lawmakers on the matter, as officials continue to assess the implications of this cyber intrusion.
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