Chinese Hackers Breach Major US Telecom Networks

Chinese government hackers, attributed to the group Salt Typhoon, have reportedly infiltrated the networks of major U.S. telecommunications providers like Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen for months, potentially accessing systems used for court-authorized wiretaps. This breach raises significant national security concerns, as it may allow unauthorized access to sensitive information pertaining to federal surveillance targets. The attack has prompted an investigation by U.S. government officials and private cybersecurity firms, highlighting vulnerabilities in these companies' security measures. National Security Agency Director Timothy Haugh emphasized the growing sophistication of China's cyber capabilities, which pose a severe threat to U.S. infrastructure. Investigators are currently assessing the full extent of the breach, which could have far-reaching implications for communication security in the U.S.