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A hacking campaign has been running for years. Federal cyber strategy is catching up.
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Fusion42 · 5 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
A prolonged Chinese hacking campaign has infiltrated U.S. government agencies, critical infrastructure, and private sector systems using stealth methods to mask the true origin of attacks, raising concerns about national security and the resilience of critical infrastructure. Federal cybersecurity strategies have been updated and prioritized but face challenges from persistent and sophisticated threats that could impact infrastructure in a future conflict.
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Federal protections are tightening around critical infrastructure due to stealthy Chinese hacking campaigns embedded in U.S. systems. If your company serves critical sectors like energy or finance, now is the time to reassess your cyber defences and position to support federal compliance demands.
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