Summary: The U.S. Treasury has sanctioned the Beijing-based cybersecurity firm Integrity Technology Group for its alleged involvement in hacking incidents targeting critical U.S. infrastructure, prompting a strong denial and condemnation from China. Chinese officials assert that the U.S. is misrepresenting the situation to defame China while also reporting cyberattacks on its own networks.
Threat Actor: Integrity Technology Group | Integrity Technology Group
Victim: U.S. critical infrastructure | U.S. critical infrastructure
Key Point :
- U.S. sanctions target Integrity Technology Group for alleged hacking activities.
- China claims the U.S. is using cyberattack allegations to defame the country.
- Chinese cybersecurity agency reports attacks from various foreign IP addresses.
- Sanctions block the company’s access to U.S. financial systems and business operations.
- Related incidents include the Salt Typhoon cyberespionage campaign affecting multiple nations.