Australia’s spy chief has accused hackers working for the Chinese government and military of probing the nation’s telecommunications and critical infrastructure networks. Mike Burgess, head of the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), revealed that Chinese groups known as “Salt Typhoon” and “Volt Typhoon” have targeted vital sectors including power, water, transport, and communications. Burgess warned that such cyber intrusions could pave the way for sabotage, capable of crippling Australia’s economy and endangering lives. He cautioned that these are “not hypotheticals,” as foreign governments actively explore scenarios to disrupt essential services.<br />#australia #china #apt
