3 sources · first reported Yesterday

The US has given companies the green light to hack cybercriminals, a practice similar to those used by countries like China and Russia. This move aligns the US more closely with these nations in terms of national security missions. The practice involves private-sector hackers helping spy agencies.
This decision has significant implications for national security and cybersecurity, as it blurs the lines between private and government-led cyber operations. It may also raise concerns about the potential for escalation and retaliation in the cyber domain.
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