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China-aligned TA419 hackers stole US policy experts' emails by impersonating AI figures
A China-aligned hacking group, TA419, has been impersonating prominent AI figures to target US policy experts since at least April 2025. They send fake collaboration emails, leading to a sophisticated phishing attack that steals Microsoft 365 passwords and multi-factor authentication codes. Proofpoint, a cybersecurity firm, says the campaign aims to support Chinese intelligence objectives regarding US AI policy.
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