In preparation for a possible conflict with the United States, Chinese hackers are establishing themselves in key infrastructure IT networks in the United States, a senior U.S. cybersecurity official stated on Friday.
Chinese-affiliated hackers have breached IT networks and taken steps to launch disruptive attacks in the event of a conflict, according to Morgan Adamski, executive director of US Cyber Command, who said that the goal of Chinese-linked cyber operations is to obtain an advantage in the event of a major conflict.
According to US officials earlier this year, their actions include breaking into vital networks to allow for possible disruptions like tampering with server room HVAC systems or tampering with vital water and electricity controls. Adamski was addressing researchers in Arlington, Virginia, at the Cyberwarcon security conference. Senator Mark Warner of the United States informed the Washington Post on Thursday that the worst telecom attack in American history was allegedly connected to China and affected U.S. telecom companies.
The FBI recently revealed that the cyber espionage operation, known as “Salt Typhoon,” had compromised communications of top officials of both major US presidential campaigns prior to the Nov. 5 election, stolen call record data, and telecommunications information linked to US law enforcement requests.
Potential targets are receiving information and technical support from the FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the bureau said.
Adamski said on Friday the US government has “executed globally synchronized activities, both offensively and defensively minded, that are laser-focused on degrading and disrupting PRC cyber operations worldwide.”
According to Adamski, public examples include cybersecurity alerts, law enforcement actions, sanctions, indictments, and exposing operations, with participation from several nations.
Beijing frequently denies cyberattacks against American companies. A request for comment was not immediately answered by the Chinese Embassy in Washington.
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