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UK Foreign Office Hit by Suspected Chinese Cyber-Attack
12/19/2025
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- The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office experienced a cyber-attack in October.
- Trade Minister Chris Bryant said reports point to a Chinese hacker group Storm 1849, though attribution remains unconfirmed.
- The perpetrator remains unclear.
- The security gap was swiftly addressed.
- Officials say the risk to individuals remains low and the investigation continues, with the government reinforcing its commitment to data security.
