US Treasury Says China-Backed Hacker Breached Its Systems

The transcript discusses a hack on December 8th, traced to a Chinese state-sponsored group, which accessed unclassified documents at the US Treasury Department. The US intelligence agencies and FBI are investigating, and systems have been shut down to prevent further access. The incident is part of a pattern of US accusations against China for state-sponsored hacking. The Biden administration has pushed back, while the Trump administration's response remains uncertain, with potential diplomatic tensions looming.

What was the primary target of the Chinese state-sponsored hacking group?

• US educational institutions

• US healthcare systems

• US Treasury Department workstations

• US military databases

Which organization informed about the hack on December 8th?

• US Department of Defense

• BeyondTrust

• FBI

• CIA

What action did the US take in response to the hacking incident?

• Deployed military forces

• Signed a new trade agreement

• Shut down affected systems and blocked access

• Increased tariffs on Chinese goods

How did China respond to the US accusations of hacking?

• Imposed sanctions on the US

• Admitted to the hacking

• Denied involvement

• Requested a joint investigation

What is a potential outcome for US-China relations under the Trump administration following the hacking incident?

• Immediate military conflict

• Strengthened diplomatic ties

• A tense relationship with possible retribution

• Complete severance of all relations