FBI and DOJ disable MicroScan and FishHub tools linked to Flax Typhoon

First reported by The Record at · Updated · 4 sources

The tools were allegedly operated by Beijing-based Integrity Tech and supported vulnerability scanning and intrusions. U.S. authorities said the operation rendered them inoperable. According to The Record, other nations participated in the takedown of the firm's digital tools and infrastructure as part of an international effort against the hacking campaign.

  • BleepingComputer reports that the FBI seized seven domains.
  • According to CyberScoop, the seizures accompanied a warning from the FBI, CISA and NSA.

Covered by 4 publishers within 2 hours of the first report.

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BleepingComputer FBI disrupts Chinese hacking tools used to breach critical infrastructure · Lawrence Abrams