Amid ongoing scrutiny over Chinese-manufactured port cranes suspected of serving as espionage conduits, South Korea’s Meteorological Agency made a startling discovery when it identified malicious code in meteorological equipment imported from China. Recent reports from multiple South Korean news sources confirm that the malicious code was found in June this year. This revelation was initially disclosed by the National Intelligence Service (NIS) during a media-invited cybersecurity forum held in July. In collaboration with other relevant organizations, the NIS also announced a joint, extensive investigation into Chinese-manufactured devices, including Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems. According to an investigative piece by IT Chosun, a subsidiary of the Chosun Ilbo, “Chinese cyber-attackers targeted a private firm in April that provides labor services to South Korean governmental bodies, attempting to infiltrate its internal network. In light of potential backdoor cyber-attacks already executed against South Korean entities, the NIS is examining whether Chinese suppliers intentionally equipped such devices for cyber-espionage.”...Read more https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/south-korean-cybersecurity-concerns-over-chinese-made-cranes-meteorological-gear-5486704