Chinese hackers breach US weapons systems

Danny Palmer
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Report by Defense Science Board says Chinese hackers have stolen information about military vehicles

Chinese hackers have gained access to secret US government files about advanced weapons systems, a confidential report for the Pentagon has warned. Over 24 weapon systems designs have been breac...

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