China-linked hackers used Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's arrest to target US government officials: Report

Chinese-linked hackers, identified as Mustang Panda, allegedly exploited Venezuelan President Maduro's arrest to launch espionage attacks. Targeting US officials and policy analysts, the group used 'Venezuela-themed' phishing to infiltrate networks and steal sensitive data. Researchers noted the hackers' haste, impacting their usual sophistication. Beijing denies the accusations, calling the report 'false information'.

China-linked hackers used Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's arrest to target US government officials: Report
Chinese-linked hackers, identified as Mustang Panda, allegedly exploited Venezuelan President Maduro's arrest to launch espionage attacks. Targeting US officials and policy analysts, the group used 'Venezuela-themed' phishing to infiltrate networks and steal sensitive data. Researchers noted the hackers' haste, impacting their usual sophistication. Beijing denies the accusations, calling the report 'false information'.