A campaign by hackers backed by China has been disrupted by the Department of Justice. This campaign targeted computer systems of various federal entities. The affected entities include several major agencies and institutions, such as NASA and the Federal Reserve.

The hacking tools used were designed to infect devices and conceal the source of malicious activity. US investigators seized two platforms believed to be sponsored by China. These platforms were used to sell services to Chinese government entities.

Further details about the disruption and the hacking campaign are available from the Department of Justice. The affected agencies and institutions are working to address the issue.