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FBI warns Chinese hacking campaign has expanded, reaching 80 countries

Salt Typhoon, linked to three Chinese firms, has compromised global telecom and government networks since 2021, exploiting known vulnerabilities to steal sensitive data, NSA and NCSC report.

  • A Chinese-backed hacking group called Salt Typhoon has hacked into over 200 American companies and firms in 80 countries.
  • Salt Typhoon targeted call records of senior American politicians and officials, allowing them to track communications.
  • The FBI and international agencies have linked Salt Typhoon to three Chinese technology firms providing services to China's military and intelligence agencies.
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BleepingComputer broke the news in on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
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