UK blames China for voter data hacking

The UK Electoral Commission has suffered a breach through which cyber attackers backed by China obtained copies of voter registration records from a select group. However, the election commission states that the attack had no impact on the elections or the voter registration status of individuals.

Chinese spokesman responded harshly to Britain’s claims: “Stop spreading fake news”

According to BBC News, British Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden is expected to place the blame directly on Beijing-backed groups while addressing Parliament.

In Downden’s speech to parliament, the deputy prime minister is expected to link the attack on the election commission to a wider threat by China-backed groups.

According to the BBC, other western countries will also express their concerns. German politicians have recently been subjected to a series of high-profile fraud attacks attributed to Russian-backed groups.

In Beijing’s response to allegations of potentially implicating Beijing, China’s foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian said the government does not tolerate malicious cyber activity and “Stop spreading fake news and adopt a responsible attitude to maintain peace and security in cyberspace.” said.

Many MPs among the members of the China Alliance have been targeted by cyber attacks associated with China, and it is known as an organization that criticizes China’s policies and activities.

The UK is expected to hold a general election in the second half of 2024, and there are concerns that malicious actors may attempt to influence or disrupt the outcome through misinformation campaigns and cyber attacks.

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