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Justice Department charges eight Iranians for allegedly hacking US government and colleges
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· August 18, 2026
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Key points Further details about the alleged hacking campaign and the charges against the eight individuals are available from the source, which reports on the US Justice Department's actions. A hacking campaign is alleged to have stolen data from government agencies and universities.
A hacking campaign is alleged to have stolen data from government agencies and universities. Prosecutors have accused eight individuals of gaining access to email accounts and intellectual property. The alleged victims include government departments and international organizations.
The hacking is believed to have affected a large number of email accounts, primarily belonging to professors. These accounts were breached in various locations, resulting in the theft of academic data.
Further details about the alleged hacking campaign and the charges against the eight individuals are available from the source, which reports on the US Justice Department's actions.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
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