Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:28am on 05 Dec 2024,Thursday Tech Today
A Chinese hacking group, Salt Typhoon, targeted at least 8 major US telecom firms, including AT&T and Verizon, in one of the largest intelligence breaches in US history. Hackers accessed call records, live calls, and communication tracking systems, affecting numerous Americans, including high-profile figures like Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. US officials urged encrypted apps to mitigate risks but confirmed no classified data was compromised. China's embassy denied the allegations, accusing the US of cyberattacks. The White House prioritizes addressing the breach, with cybersecurity experts warning of prolonged impacts.
