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US Dismantles CCP Malware That Threatened ‘Physical Safety’ of Americans
Rep. Mike Gallagher describes the malware as ’the cyberspace equivalent of placing bombs on American bridges, water treatment facilities, and power plants.’
FBI Director Christopher Wray arrives to testify during a Congressional full committee hearing on the "The CCP [Chinese Communist Party] Cyber Threat to the American Homeland and National Security" in Washington on Jan. 31, 2024. Julia Nikhinson/AFP via Getty Images
A multi-agency operation has eradicated Chinese malware embedded in critical infrastructure throughout the United States.
The Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) heard testimony about the malware on Jan. 31, which intelligence leaders said focused on oil, gas, water, internet, energy, and transportation infrastructure.
Andrew Thornebrooke is a former national security correspondent for The Epoch Times covering China-related issues with a focus on defense, military affairs, and national security. He holds a master's in military history from Norwich University.
