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FBI hacked thousands of computers. Here is why

The FBI has hacked about 4,200 computers across the U.S. to remove malware linked to Chinese state-backed hacking groups, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. The operation targeted the removal of PlugX, a tool used by hacking groups “Mustang Panda” and “Twill Typhoon” to infect Windows computers since 2012. In collaboration with French law enforcement and a private cybersecurity company, the FBI dismantled PlugX’s network and deleted the malware from victim systems.

Source: www.thedailystar.net –

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