Chinese hackers attack 12 South Korean academic institutions

Seoul: South Korea's internet safety watchdog on Wednesday claimed a Chinese hacking group has launched a cyberattack against 12  South Korean academic institutions, media reports said.

China-backed hackers broke into 100 firms, agencies: US Justice Department

Washington: The US Department of Justice recently said a group of hackers, who are associated with China’s main intelligence service, infiltrated more than 100 companies and organizations around the world to steal intelligence.