The FBI and US Justice Department have successfully deleted PlugX malware from thousands of devices globally. The operation targeted China-sponsored hackers “Mustang Panda” and “Twill Typhoon”, who have been using the malware to steal information since 2014. The FBI obtained nine warrants to initiate the cyber clean-up, while international action was led by French law enforcement.
FBI Deletes PlugX Malware from 4,250 Hacked Computers in Multi-Month Operation
The FBI has deleted PlugX malware from more than 4,250 infected computers as part of a US Department of Justice-approved multi-month operation. PlugX, controlled by
