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Hawk emphasizes that China's cyber activities are not confined to military or industrial targets but extend deep into American homes. They have successfully infiltrated power plants, water treatment facilities, transportation systems, hospitals, and telecommunications. According to Hawk, multiple intrusions into U.S. utilities were discovered in 2023, with some have been ongoing for at least five years.
“They are in our power plants, water treatment plants, hospitals, and telecoms,” Hawk states. “This is a daily contest to deny China access. Their goal is to ensure they have a strategic advantage in any potential crisis or conflict.”