Chinese Cyber Shenanigans: US Slaps Sanctions on Sneaky Beijing Hackers
The US has sanctioned China’s Integrity Technology Group for its role in a massive botnet attack. The China-based cybersecurity company allegedly aided Flax Typhoon, a notorious cyber group, in compromising global networks, including American infrastructure. This crackdown highlights Chinese hackers as a persistent threat to US national security.
Hot Take:
Looks like another day and another bot-swatted! The US just slapped sanctions on Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group for allegedly aiding and abetting Flax Typhoon’s botnet escapades. Talk about getting caught in a web of your own making! With the Treasury Department holding the naughty list, this is a cyber Grinch that won’t be stealing Christmas this year!
Key Points:
- Integrity Technology Group in China faces sanctions for links to Flax Typhoon’s botnet activities.
- Flax Typhoon is a Chinese state-sponsored group targeting North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
- Approximately 260,000 devices are compromised in the botnet using Mirai malware.
- OFAC blocks US-based property of Integrity Technology and bans financial transactions with them.
- China’s cyber actors are labeled as a persistent threat to US national security.
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