U.S. officials are investigating an alleged large-scale cyberattack believed to originate from China, which may have infiltrated data from approximately every American and a multitude of global organizations. The so-called Salt Typhoon incident, which has spanned several years, is said to have provided Beijing’s intelligence agencies with the capability to monitor targets in the United States and over a dozen other nations. Notably, the attack reportedly targeted President Trump’s phone, which was among the victims during the 2’th campaign.
Security experts and government officials have raised concerns about the potential scale and impact of the cyberattack, emphasizing its significance as a major breach of national security. The incident has prompted calls for enhanced cybersecurity measures and international collaboration to address the threat posed by state-sponsored hacking activities. U.S. officials are working closely with allied nations to determine the full extent of the breach and to identify the perpetrators behind the Salt Typhoon operation.
President Trump’s phone was reportedly a target of the cyberattack during his 2020 presidential campaign. The breach, which took place during the previous year, has raised questions about the security of personal and political communications. Cybersecurity analysts suggest that the attack may have been part of a broader campaign to gather intelligence on key political figures and institutions. The involvement of the U.S. government in the investigation highlights the urgency of addressing cyber threats to national security and the need for stronger defensive measures against such attacks.