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US and Allies Eradicate PlugX Malware from 4,000 Devices

1/21/2025

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In a groundbreaking operation, the US Justice Department and FBI, alongside international allies, eradicated the PlugX malware from more than 4,000 computers across the nation. This malicious software, tied to the notorious Chinese hacking group Mustang Panda, had infiltrated around 2.5 million devices. French authorities spearheaded the mission, commanding the malware to self-destruct.

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In a groundbreaking operation, the US Justice Department and FBI, alongside international allies, eradicated the PlugX malware from more than 4,000 computers across the nation. This malicious software, tied to the notorious Chinese hacking group Mustang Panda, had infiltrated around 2.5 million devices. French authorities spearheaded the mission, commanding the malware to self-destruct.