Unveiling the Cyber Threat
firm iVerify discovered unusual software crashes on smartphones belonging to individuals in government, politics, tech, and journalism, hinting at a sophisticated cyberattack.
Investigators noted that the victims had previously been targeted by Chinese hackers, indicating a pattern of espionage focused on fields of interest to China's government.
International Tensions and Denials
authorities highlighted a Chinese hacking campaign aimed at accessing the texts and phone conversations of Americans, including attempts to infiltrate phones used by during the 2024 campaign.
The Chinese government denied the allegations, accusing the U.S. of using cyberoperations under the guise of national security to sanction Chinese organizations and exclude their tech companies from global markets.