The Justice Department announced charges against 12 Chinese nationals involved in significant hacking activities targeting U.S. federal and state systems. Eight of the individuals are associated with i-Soon, a cybersecurity firm accused of extensive cyber intrusions directed by the Chinese government. Additionally, two members of Beijing's Ministry of Public Security are implicated. Charges also relate to Silk Typhoon, which recently compromised Treasury Department networks. i-Soon's victims include the Defense Intelligence Agency and foreign ministries from several countries. The Justice Department has seized i-Soon's domain names as part of the legal action.
The Justice Department has unveiled charges against 12 Chinese nationals, including employees of a cybersecurity firm, linked to extensive hacking activities targeting U.S. systems.
Among the charged individuals, several are tied to i-Soon and were reportedly involved in directed cyber intrusions at the behest of the Chinese government.
Charges also highlight Silk Typhoon's infiltration of the Treasury Department, compromising sensitive systems, including those overseeing sanctions and asset control.
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