Chinese hackers are using everyday devices to hack UK firms, warns watchdog

Britain’s cybersecurity agency says companies must step up vigilance to prevent espionage attacks Business live – latest updates British businesses are being urged to step up their vigilance against a China-linked hacking ploy that uses everyday devices for espionage. The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and agencies in nine other countries have warned of persistent attempts by Beijing-backed groups to hack equipment such as wifi routers to launch cyber-attacks. Continue reading...