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Chinese Hackers Target Central Asian Governments with OctLurk and SilkLurk Malware

Chinese hackers have launched a stealthy cyberattack on government organizations across six Central Asian countries, infiltrating ministries, hospitals, and schools with sophisticated malware. The targeted countries include Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and the Syrian Arab Republic.

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Government ministry office with laptop, papers, and cityscape view through large window.

Chinese Cyber-Attacks Expose Central Asian Governments to Espionage.

Since January 2025, a sneaky cyber-attack campaign has been targeting government organizations across Central Asia, with victims in six countries, including Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. The attacks, involving customized malware, have hit a wide range of sectors, from healthcare and research to law enforcement and education.

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