Straitstimes Chinese-linked Hackers Target Critical Infrastructure in US and Canada
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On December 4, 2025, US and Canadian cybersecurity agencies reported that Chinese-linked hackers utilized sophisticated malware to gain long-term access to unnamed government and IT entities. This operation is part of a broader trend of Chinese hackers targeting critical infrastructure.
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