Chinese Hackers Target Nebraska GOP Rep. Don Bacon
Chinese hackers, who previously targeted the State Department, also hacked the personal and political emails of Rep. Don Bacon, a Republican congressman from Nebraska. The hackers took advantage of a Microsoft mistake for about a month between mid-May and mid-June. Bacon, who serves on the House Armed Services Committee, was notified by the FBI about the breach and suspects that the hackers may have been seeking information to embarrass or undercut him politically. The breach has raised concerns about the government's reliance on Microsoft for cloud, email, and authentication services, as well as the need for improved cybersecurity measures. Multiple members of Congress have called for federal agencies to address future attacks and for Microsoft to enhance its security practices.