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The article from TechCrunch highlights a significant operation by the FBI and DOJ, which successfully deleted Chinese malware from thousands of US computers. Here are some key points:

• Operation Details: The FBI, with court authorization, removed the "PlugX" malware from over 4,200 infected computers in the US¹(https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/14/doj-confirms-fbi-operation-that-mass-deleted-chinese-malware-from-thousands-of-us-computers/).
• Malware Origin: The malware was linked to a Chinese state-backed hacking group known as "Twill Typhoon" or "Mustang Panda"¹(https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/14/doj-confirms-fbi-operation-that-mass-deleted-chinese-malware-from-thousands-of-us-computers/).
• Global Impact: The malware had infected millions of computers worldwide, including 3,000 in France¹(https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/14/doj-confirms-fbi-operation-that-mass-deleted-chinese-malware-from-thousands-of-us-computers/).
• Espionage Campaign: The malware was used for espionage, collecting and staging victims' files for exfiltration¹(https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/14/doj-confirms-fbi-operation-that-mass-deleted-chinese-malware-from-thousands-of-us-computers/).

This operation marks a significant step in combating state-sponsored cyber threats. If you have any more questions or need further details, feel free to ask!

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 17/01/2025 (1) DOJ confirms FBI operation that mass-deleted Chinese malware from .... https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/14/doj-confirms-fbi-operation-that-mass-deleted-chinese-malware-from-thousands-of-us-computers/.