Chinese Hackers Target Australia's Telecommunications and Critical Infrastructure

Chinese Hackers Target Australia's Telecommunications and Critical Infrastructure

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Australia's spy chief, Mike Burgess, reported that Chinese hacking groups, specifically Salt Typhoon and Volt Typhoon, are actively probing the country's telecommunications and critical infrastructure. These groups are believed to operate under the direction of the Chinese military and intelligence agencies, raising alarms about potential vulnerabilities in national security.