U.S. Hunts Chinese Malware Halting Military Operations

The Biden administration is looking for malware that may jeopardise military and civilian power grids, communications systems, and water supplies, the New York Times reported.

The malware, which is believed to have been installed by Chinese hackers linked to the People’s Liberation Army, could try to sabotage and delay any response by the U.S. military should China take action against Taiwan, according to U.S. officials, who spoke to the Times.

One congressional representative called the malware “a ticking time bomb” that might allow China to cut off communications, water, and power to military outposts.

The official also stated that the malware may have an equivalent impact on ordinary Americans’ homes and companies.

The White House sent a s

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