Belgium investigating alleged cyberattack on intelligence agency by China-linked hackers

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February 28, 2025, 1:41 PM

• •Belgian federal prosecutor's office confirms investigation into alleged breach
• •Chinese hacking group exploited a vulnerability in U.S. cybersecurity firm Barracuda's software
• •Personal data of almost half of VSSE's employees was accessed, including identity documents, resumes, and internal communications

Belgium is investigating an alleged data breach of its state security service (VSSE) by Chinese government hackers. The unnamed Chinese hacking group reportedly exploited a vulnerability in U.S. cybersecurity firm Barracuda’s software to exfiltrate 10% of the Belgian intelligence service’s incoming and outgoing emails.

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