Iranian nationals charged with hacking U.S. companies, Treasury and State departments

$10 million rewards offered for information regarding the accused, who are allegedly connected to a pair of IRGC front companies.

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Stolen Change Healthcare data could contain information on ‘a substantial portion’ of Americans

The revelations from the UnitedHealth Group subsidiary come as the company acknowledges paying a ransom in the case.

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Stolen Change Healthcare data could contain information on ‘a substantial portion’ of Americans

The revelations from the UnitedHealth Group subsidiary come as the company acknowledges paying a ransom in the case.

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Mandiant: Notorious Russian hacking unit linked to breach of Texas water facility

Researchers from the Google-owned firm conclude that Sandworm personas are linked to several recent attacks on critical infrastructure. 

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US and UK accuse China of cyber operations targeting domestic politics

Officials in Washington and London say hackers backed by the Chinese state sought to silence dissidents and surveil politicians. 

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