Chinese hackers preparing for conflict, U.S. cyber official says

Washington accuses China of targeting IT networks to disrupt energy, water supply

U.S. officials have warned that China-linked hackers have compromised IT networks and taken steps to carrying out disruptive attacks in the event of a conflict. (Reuters illustration)

November 23, 2024 07:10 JST

(Reuters) -- Chinese hackers are positioning themselves in U.S. critical infrastructure IT networks for a potential clash with the United States, a top American cybersecurity official said on Friday.

Morgan Adamski, executive director of U.S. Cyber Command, said Chinese-linked cyber operations are aimed at gaining an advantage in case of a major conflict with the U.S.