China allegedly hacked email systems used by U.S. congressional staff — report

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By TechWatch PH Staff

China has allegedly hacked email systems used by staff members of several committees in the U.S. House of Representatives, according to a report, raising concerns over cybersecurity risks to government communications.

The report said the suspected intrusion involved email accounts used by congressional staff working for House committees that handle sensitive policy matters.

The incident was described in the report as part of an alleged cyber-espionage effort aimed at accessing internal government communications.

According to the report, the affected email systems were used by congressional staff rather than elected lawmakers.

It remains unclear whether lawmakers’ own accounts were accessed or whether any sensitive or classified information was obtained.

The report said the alleged breach was discovered recently, prompting a review of security measures surrounding congressional communications.

The activity was described as being connected to a wider cyber campaign that has previously targeted U.S. communications infrastructure, according to the report.

Assessments are continuing to determine the scope of the incident and what information, if any, may have been exposed.

The report noted that the allegations have not been independently verified, and U.S. officials have not publicly confirmed details while reviews remain ongoing.

— Reuters, citing a Financial Times report