Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. Treasury Department's Computers

Investing.com -- State-backed hackers from China have reportedly breached the computers of senior officials at the U.S. Department of Treasury. This significant security breach was confirmed by a U.S. official who wished to remain anonymous due to an ongoing investigation, as well as another individual familiar with the matter.

The hackers accessed non-classified materials stored on both the laptops and desktop computers of the officials. The identities of the senior officials whose systems were compromised have not been disclosed.

The investigation has revealed that approximately 100 government computers have been compromised so far. The hackers managed to gain access to drafts and notes related to policy decisions, travel plans of Treasury officials, and some internal communication documents. The extent of the stolen data is still being assessed by the agency.

However, according to sources, the hackers were unable to infiltrate the department's email system or classified networks. This breach provides a deeper understanding of an attack on an agency that plays a critical role in managing national debt, enforcing sanctions, and shaping U.S. economic policy.

Chinese officials continue to deny allegations of state-sponsored cyberattacks. A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry described claims earlier this week linking China to the hack of the Treasury as "baseless and unfounded."

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