BLUF
The Chinese-linked hacking campaign targeted government agencies, critical infrastructure, universities, and companies. Operating since 2018, related domains were also seized. Alleged ties to Chinese intelligence and military organisations.Learning Outcomes
- Describe the scope and US targets of the Chinese-linked cyber campaign.
- Explain the methods used by cyber threat actors to exploit network vulnerabilities and the actions taken by U.S. authorities to disrupt malicious cyber operations.
- Evaluate the strategic and national security implications of state-linked cyber activities, including the role of private contractors and the challenges of attributing and responding to cyber threats.
