Massive Data Breach Hits Chinese Supercomputer Center
Summary
A massive data breach at China's National Supercomputing Center in Tianjin has led to the theft of over 10 petabytes of sensitive data including military and aerospace information, with hackers attempting to sell it for millions.
Key Points
- A Chinese government supercomputer suffered a significant data breach compromising over 10 petabytes of sensitive data.
- The breach affected the National Supercomputing Center in Tianjin which serves over 6,000 Chinese institutions including defense agencies.
- Hackers named 'Flaming China' claim to possess data linked to major organizations like the Aviation Industry Corporation of China and the National University of Defense Technology.
- The stolen data includes classified military documents, technical files, and designs related to aerospace and missile technology, with hackers seeking payment in cryptocurrency.
