The UK's Ministry of Defence was hacked, and the country is reportedly blaming China
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Engadget— China is accused of hacking the payroll system for the United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence. The BBC and Sky News report that the severe data breach exposed the personal information of active military personnel and veterans. The information mainly consists of full names and bank details, but in some cases, it might also include personal addresses. Affected individuals are being notified, and Defence Secretary Grant Shapps should provide MPs with a more detailed update today. He is anticipated to...
The Independent—UK’s Ministry of Defence ‘hacked by China’. The names and bank details of MoD employees were revealed in the Chinese cyberattack, according to reports
Silicon Republic—UK defence ministry data hacked, reports point to China. Just last month, prime minister Rishi Sunak revealed that the UK would increase its defence spending to 2.5pc of GDP by 2030 amid increasing foreign threats. : UK defence ministry data hacked, reports point to China
Benzinga—Major Hacking Incident Exposes Data Of Military Personnel In UK Ministry Of Defence Breach — Is China To Blame?. Sensitive data of active U.K. military personnel have been compromised in a major security breach, reportedly orchestrated by China, affecting personal and banking details. read more