The U.S. government has intensified its efforts to combat cyber threats originating from Chinese hackers. Multiple sanctions have been imposed on Chinese cybersecurity firms and individuals linked to significant attacks, including a 2020 breach that compromised 81,000 Sophos firewalls. Charges have been filed against a China-based hacker for developing malware that exploited these devices on a massive scale. In addition to sanctions targeting specific firms, the U.S. Treasury announced a $10 million reward for information leading to the capture of wanted Chinese hackers. These measures are part of a broader initiative to protect critical domestic infrastructure and address the growing threat of state-sponsored cyber attacks.