In 2024, cyber threat actors worldwide launched 13 cyberattacks with a political dimension targeting China. Six of these cyberattacks hit the critical infrastructure of the country. Additionally, three cyberattacks we characterized as a non-politicized attack on political targets.
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SWP. (January 6, 2025). Number of cyber incidents with a political dimension targeting China in 2024, by attack type [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆÆ½â°æ. Retrieved July 20, 2026, from /statistics/1428522/china-targeted-political-cyberattacks-by-type/
SWP. "Number of cyber incidents with a political dimension targeting China in 2024, by attack type." Chart. January 6, 2025. ÌÇÐÄÆÆ½â°æ. Accessed July 20, 2026. /statistics/1428522/china-targeted-political-cyberattacks-by-type/
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