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U.S. Charges 12 Chinese Hackers, Offers $10M Reward

3/8/2025

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The U.S. Justice Department has unveiled charges against 12 Chinese nationals, including two public security officers linked to the notorious hacking group APT27. From 2016 to 2023, they allegedly launched cyber attacks on government and media organizations, profiting by selling stolen data to Chinese agencies. A reward of up to $10 million awaits anyone who can provide information on these suspects.

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The U.S. Justice Department has unveiled charges against 12 Chinese nationals, including two public security officers linked to the notorious hacking group APT27. From 2016 to 2023, they allegedly launched cyber attacks on government and media organizations, profiting by selling stolen data to Chinese agencies. A reward of up to $10 million awaits anyone who can provide information on these suspects.