Czech Republic Roasts China Over APT31 Cyber Shenanigans
The Czech Republic accuses China’s APT31 of hacking its Foreign Ministry’s unclassified systems. This international game of cyber tag saw the Czech government calling out China, while APT31 hackers played hide and seek since 2022. The EU and NATO are on the sidelines, shaking their heads in disapproval.
Hot Take:
Well, it looks like APT31 just pulled off the world’s longest game of hide and seek—nearly two years undetected in the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs. If only they had applied that stealth to their diplomatic relations as well!
Key Points:
- The Czech Republic identified China’s APT31 as the culprit behind a cyberattack on its Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The attack, which went undetected for nearly two years, targeted unclassified systems and critical infrastructure.
- The EU, NATO, and other allies have publicly supported Czechia and condemned the attack.
- APT31, also known as Zirconium, has a history of cyber espionage targeting Europe, North America, and Asia.
- China has denied the allegations, despite mounting evidence and international condemnation.
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