Taiwan Reports Surge in Cyberattacks from China

Taiwan's National Security Bureau (NSB) reported a staggering increase in cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns attributed to China in 2024. The average daily cyberattacks on Taiwan's government networks surged to 2.4 million, a significant rise from 1.2 million in 2023, with over 80% targeting government agencies. Concurrently, disinformation incidents nearly doubled, reaching 2.16 million, with Facebook and other platforms being primary channels for these campaigns. Chinese cyber forces employed advanced techniques, including social engineering and collaboration with private hackers, to steal sensitive information and disrupt critical infrastructure. Taiwan has responded by enhancing its cybersecurity defenses and urging public vigilance against these escalating threats. These developments occur amid increased geopolitical tensions and Taiwan's ongoing efforts to bolster democratic values in the face of authoritarian pressures from China.