Czech Republic Accuses China of Cyberattack on Foreign Ministry

The Czech Republic accuses China of a cyberattack on its Foreign Ministry, with NATO and the EU backing the claim.

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The Czech Republic has attributed a cyberattack on its Ministry of Foreign Affairs to a Chinese hacker group. The government describes it as a "malicious cyber campaign" targeting a network used for non-confidential communications.

The group, APT31, is allegedly linked to China and specializes in cyber espionage. The Czech government has summoned the Chinese ambassador to condemn the incident.

The attack reportedly began in 2022 and targeted critical infrastructure. While the extent of the damage remains unclear, the ministry has since upgraded its communication system with enhanced security measures.

NATO and the EU have expressed solidarity with the Czech Republic, condemning the attack as a violation of international norms.

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