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Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. National Guard Network for Year

7/18/2025

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The Salt Typhoon hacking group, believed to be connected to China, infiltrated a U.S. state's National Guard network for nearly a year, stealing sensitive data like administrator credentials and network diagrams. This alarming breach threatens U.S. cybersecurity and critical infrastructure, igniting urgent demands for stronger protective measures across government systems.

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Story summary

The Salt Typhoon hacking group, believed to be connected to China, infiltrated a U.S. state's National Guard network for nearly a year, stealing sensitive data like administrator credentials and network diagrams. This alarming breach threatens U.S. cybersecurity and critical infrastructure, igniting urgent demands for stronger protective measures across government systems.