Sources confirm a cyberattack attempt aiming at the phones of Donald Trump and JD Vance as concerns grow about foreign interference in US politics.
Trump and Vance Targeted in Alleged Chinese Cyber Attack
Trump and Vance Targeted in Alleged Chinese Cyber Attack
US officials investigate potential cyber intrusion linked to China targeting Trump-Vance campaign.
In a developing story, US authorities are investigating potential cyber intrusion connected to China, reportedly targeting the mobile phones of former President Donald Trump and his campaign associate, Senator JD Vance. Sources familiar with the matter have indicated that the Trump-Vance campaign was alerted to the threats, with an array of politicians from both parties also believed to be under scrutiny.
The Department of Justice and the FBI have not disclosed specifics on the candidates targeted or potential data breaches, but a joint statement from the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) confirmed the ongoing investigation into "unauthorized access to commercial telecommunications infrastructure by actors affiliated with China." The agencies stated they acted promptly to inform affected companies and provide technical support to mitigate damages.
As investigations unfold, there are claims from the Trump campaign accusing Democrats of orchestrating the hack in a bid to hinder Trump's potential return to power, despite the lack of evidence supporting such allegations. Additionally, reports from the Wall Street Journal reveal that individuals tied to the Harris-Walz campaign were also potential victims of the cyberattack. With law enforcement classifying the incident as an espionage effort rather than an attempt to sway the campaign, concerns about cybersecurity in the political arena are highlighted as a pressing issue for the future.
The Department of Justice and the FBI have not disclosed specifics on the candidates targeted or potential data breaches, but a joint statement from the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) confirmed the ongoing investigation into "unauthorized access to commercial telecommunications infrastructure by actors affiliated with China." The agencies stated they acted promptly to inform affected companies and provide technical support to mitigate damages.
As investigations unfold, there are claims from the Trump campaign accusing Democrats of orchestrating the hack in a bid to hinder Trump's potential return to power, despite the lack of evidence supporting such allegations. Additionally, reports from the Wall Street Journal reveal that individuals tied to the Harris-Walz campaign were also potential victims of the cyberattack. With law enforcement classifying the incident as an espionage effort rather than an attempt to sway the campaign, concerns about cybersecurity in the political arena are highlighted as a pressing issue for the future.
