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White House taps security firms for offensive hack-back operations
August 13, 2026 · BleepingComputer · Severity: LOW
A new White House memo signed by President Trump instructs the National Coordination Center to establish a program allowing private security companies to apply for approval to hack foreign cybercrime organizations.
Key Takeaways
- White House memo authorizes private security firms for offensive hack-back operations.
- Program allows approved companies to target foreign cybercrime organizations.
- National Coordination Center to oversee approval and implementation of hack-back.