Chinese Hackers Impersonate AI Experts in Phishing Campaign

A China-linked hacking group identified as TA419 has been impersonating prominent US AI experts to conduct phishing attacks against organizations in the US and Japan. According to a report by Proofpoint, the attackers have been active since 2025, targeting think tanks, defense contractors, universities, and law firms. The group lures victims with fake collaboration proposals to steal credentials, with recent attempts involving the identity of former White House official Lynne Parker.