Iran Hacked Trump Campaign, US Intelligence Confirms
US intelligence officials have confirmed that Iran was behind the hacking of Donald Trump's presidential campaign, aiming to disrupt the US election and undermine confidence in democratic institutions. The FBI reported that Iranian hackers also targeted Kamala Harris's campaign, employing tactics like spear-phishing to gain access to sensitive information.
The Trump campaign accused Iran of the hack on August 10, while Iranian officials denied involvement. Although it remains unclear what information was stolen, reports suggest that confidential details from the Trump campaign were leaked, including vetting processes for running mate JD Vance.
US intelligence agencies noted an increase in aggressive Iranian activities during this election cycle, reflecting Iran's interest in influencing outcomes that could affect its national security. Concerns about Iranian hacking have grown, with Microsoft reporting significant influence activities linked to Iranian groups.