# China-Linked Hackers Impersonate AI Experts to Steal US Policy Insiders' Credentials

> Source: <https://osintsights.com/china-linked-hackers-impersonate-ai-experts-to-steal-us-policy-insiders-credenti>
> Published: 2026-10-01 14:51:34+00:00

Beware of fake AI experts trying to trick US policy insiders into handing over their credentials - a China-linked hacker group, TA419, has been impersonating AI authorities to steal sensitive information since at least April 2025. Verify unexpected messages from supposed AI experts through another channel to stay safe.