China vs. NSA: Cyber Espionage Drama Unfolds Over Time—Literally!

China claims it has found irrefutable evidence of US NSA cyberattacks on its National Time Service Center. Allegedly exploiting staff phone vulnerabilities since March 2022, the NSA reportedly stole sensitive data and monitored communications. Beijing says it thwarted the attacks and enhanced its defenses, safeguarding the security of “Beijing Time.”

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Looks like the clock struck hacking o’clock! The NSA might have been so obsessed with getting the timing just right, they allegedly decided to hack China’s National Time Service Center. Who knew keeping time could be such a ticking time bomb in international relations?

Key Points:

  • China accuses the US NSA of hacking its National Time Service Center.
  • Allegations include exploiting staff phone flaws since March 2022.
  • The NSA allegedly used stolen credentials to access systems.
  • China claims attacks were disguised using global VPNs and encryption.
  • The NSA has yet to comment on these allegations.

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