China accuses NSA of launching cyberattacks on Asian Winter Games

Summary: China has accused three alleged employees of the U.S. National Security Agency of orchestrating cyberattacks on the Asian Winter Games held in February. These accusations include specific names and details, marking a notable escalation in the ongoing cyber dispute between the two nations. China’s Foreign Ministry has urged the U.S. to cease its purported cyberattacks and alleviate tensions surrounding cybersecurity issues.

Affected: U.S. National Security Agency, Asian Winter Games, China’s critical infrastructure

Keypoints :

• China claims the NSA’s Office of Tailored Access Operations conducted cyberattacks during the Asian Winter Games.
• The alleged attacks targeted critical logistical systems and infrastructure in Heilongjiang province.
• China’s public security and media outlined the NSA’s methods for conducting these cyber operations.
• The U.S. has faced increasing pressure from China to address cybersecurity measures amid ongoing allegations of hacking and meddling.