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DOJ and FBI disable 13 fake consulting sites aimed at clearance holders

Federal authorities said on June 10, 2026 that they seized 13 domains used to pose as consulting firms and recruit current and former U.S. security-clearance holders. Officials alleged the operation was tied to suspected Chinese intelligence services and used fake identities, AI-generated photos, and encrypted apps.

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DOJ and FBI disable 13 fake consulting sites aimed at clearance holders

Federal authorities said on June 10, 2026 that they seized 13 domains used to pose as consulting firms and recruit current and former U.S. security-clearance holders. Officials alleged the operation was tied to suspected Chinese intelligence services and used fake identities, AI-generated photos, and encrypted apps.

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DOJ and FBI disable 13 fake consulting sites aimed at clearance holders

Federal authorities said on June 10, 2026 that they seized 13 domains used to pose as consulting firms and recruit current and former U.S. security-clearance holders. Officials alleged the operation was tied to suspected Chinese intelligence services and used fake identities, AI-generated photos, and encrypted apps.

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