Sony hack: China may have helped North Korea, US states

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UK Telegraph:

China may have helped North Korea carry out the hacking attack on Sony Pictures, a US official has told Reuters.

The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the conclusion of the US investigation was to be announced later by federal authorities.

 

The Chinese embassy in Washington later stated that China does not support "cyber illegalities".

 

There were also reports on Friday that Iran and Russia may have also helped the North Korean hackers.

 

The software used in the hacking was at a level of sophistication not previously seen in past North Korean attacks, a US intelligence source told Fox News, adding that China, Iran and Russia had all used the technology previously.

 

The hackers who launched a cyberattack on Sony Pictures praised the company's decision to cancel the release of The Interview on Friday and said its data will be secure if they continue to comply, CNN reported.

 

"It's very wise that you have made a decision to cancel the release of 'The Interview,'" the message said, according to CNN. "We ensure the security of your data unless you make additional trouble."

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