Why Security Experts Think Russia Was Behind the D.N.C. Breach

7/27/2016

This article from The New York Times discusses the hacking of the Democratic National Committee's email system and the suspected involvement of Russian intelligence. It provides an overview of key events leading up to the hacking and explores the subsequent release of confidential emails by WikiLeaks. The article highlights how the attack raised concerns about the role of cyber warfare in influencing political events, specifically in relation to the 2016 U.S. presidential election. It also discusses the response from U.S. intelligence agencies, as well as the potential implications for international politics and cybersecurity.

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