Palo Alto Networks refrained from linking China to a recent hacking campaign due to fears of potential retaliation from Beijing. Initially, their report identified a hacking group as connected to China, but this was softened to “state-aligned group operating out of Asia” after concerns emerged, particularly following a Chinese ban on certain cybersecurity software. The company aims to protect its personnel and clients. Experts suggest attribution is complex, highlighting the risks cybersecurity firms face in naming state-sponsored cyber threats.
Exclusive: Palo Alto Chose Not to Tie China to Hacking Campaign for Fear of Retaliation From Beijing, Sources Say
