A US Marine pilot has been arrested in Australia after allegedly working with a Chinese hacker, according to the pilot's lawyer.
The pilot, who was stationed in Australia as part of a joint military exercise, is accused of providing sensitive information to the hacker in exchange for payment.
The lawyer representing the pilot stated that his client was unaware of the hacker's intentions and believed he was simply providing information for research purposes.
The pilot's arrest has raised concerns about potential security breaches and the need for increased vigilance in military operations.
Australian authorities are working closely with US officials to investigate the extent of the pilot's involvement with the hacker and to ensure that any sensitive information has not been compromised.
The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing threats posed by cyber espionage and the importance of safeguarding sensitive data.
Both the US Marine Corps and the Australian Defence Force have declined to comment on the ongoing investigation, citing the sensitive nature of the case.
