Leaked Documents Reveal Questionable Practices of China's Private Hacking Contractors
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Chinese hacking companies like I-Soon have close ties to government and engage in unethical practices to get contracts, like bribery and currying favor.
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The industry grew out of China's early hacker culture and emphasizes patriotism, but is mainly profit-driven.
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Companies like I-Soon carry out state-sponsored hacking of foreign targets, but have issues like poor security, low pay leading to talent loss.
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The leaked documents provide an inside look at the seedy workings of China's private hacking contractors.
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Despite proclaiming patriotism, the companies are focused on making money, sometimes at the expense of quality and security.