Trump Administration Considers Allowing Companies to Hack Foreign Cybercriminals

The Trump administration is reportedly considering a policy that would permit private companies to hack foreign cybercriminals. This move would mirror tactics used by countries like Russia and China.

15 Aug, 17:25 — 15 Aug, 17:25

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Trump administration wants to allow companies to hack foreign cybercriminals

The White House memorandum is thin on details, but it aims to give private businesses the ability to sabotage or spy on certain foreign actors.

By Henry Larson

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First report: la-repubblica · 15 Aug, 16:34|Full coverage: 2 · 51m|Window: 51m

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Trump Administration Considers Allowing Companies to Hack Foreign Cybercriminals

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Trump administration wants to allow companies to hack foreign cybercriminals

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Hacker di aziende private contro i gruppi criminali stranieri: Trump imita Russia e Cina

Trump administration wants to allow companies to hack foreign cybercriminals

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