Leaked Chinese Hacking Documents Reveal Extent of Global Cyber Espionage Operations

Last week, more than 570 documents from a Chinese state-backed hacking group were exposed on GitHub. The leaked files contained data on at least 20 hacking targets, including the UK and India. This disclosure sheds light on the extensive and impactful nature of China's hacking operations, echoing prior warnings from officials. The leaked documents, belonging to a security contractor with ties to China's Ministry of Public Security, underscore the far-reaching cyber espionage activities orchestrated by China. The leak is currently under investigation by Chinese authorities. It confirms previous alerts about China's substantial hacking activities. FBI chief Christopher Wray has earlier highlighted China's massive hacking program and the challenges faced in addressing this threat. No immediate comments were available from China's foreign ministry regarding the matter.