Hey there! 👋 Did you hear about the big cyber mystery? Let’s dive in! 🕵️♂️
On December 18, 2024, China’s cybersecurity team, called the National Computer Network Emergency Response Technical Team (CNCERT), found out that hackers attacked a major Chinese technology company. 😮
What Happened?
It all started when hackers discovered a weakness in the company’s computer system on August 19. Imagine finding an unlocked door to a secret room! 🚪 They used this to sneak inside and stole the admin’s passwords. With these keys, they could explore even more.
Then, on August 21, they placed sneaky programs called Trojans into the system. Just like the mythical Trojan Horse that hid soldiers inside! 🐴 These programs hid in the computer’s memory, making them hard to find.
Stealing Secrets 📁
Between November 6 and 16, the hackers used these Trojans to break into 276 personal computers within the company! They searched for important files using special keywords, kind of like using a search engine. 🔍
They managed to steal 4.98 gigabytes of critical information. That’s like thousands of songs or pictures worth of data! 😱
How Did They Do It?
- Timing: The hackers worked mostly when people in China were sleeping, making it harder to catch them! 🛌
- Hiding Places: They used computers from countries like Germany and Romania to hide where they were really from. 🌍
- Sneaky Tools: Their programs didn’t leave traces on the hard drive, like footprints that disappear! 👣
Why It Matters
This shows how important it is to keep our computers safe. Cyberattacks can happen to big companies and even to us at home!
Stay Safe Online! 🔒
Here are some tips to protect yourself:
- Use strong passwords with letters, numbers, and symbols.
- Don’t click on strange links or emails from people you don’t know.
- Keep your computer’s software updated.
Remember, staying safe online helps everyone! 😊
Reference(s):
China releases report on U.S. cyberattacks targeting a tech enterprise
cgtn.com
