Iranian Hackers Compromised Roger Stone's Email Eight Years After Russian Hackers Exfiltrated DNC Emails - emptywheel
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The indictment against three Iranian hackers highlights a concerning timeline; on May 25, 2016, Russian hackers exfiltrated DNC emails, while Iranian hackers targeted Trump associates just before the 2024 election.
Trump's campaign hesitated to report the hacking to the FBI due to fears of losing their email server, analogously to the situation with Hillary Clinton during the election.
The hackers were active for significant periods, breaching Roger Stone's accounts and attempting further hacks, showing a persistent intrusion into American political figures' communications.
The operation appears aimed at gathering intelligence tied to U.S. officials, suggesting it serves as both a revenge tactic and a strategic threat against U.S. interests.
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