Targeting U.S. Technologies: A Report of Threats to Cleared Industry

Foreign adversaries increasingly target U.S. technologies and cleared industries through a range of sophisticated methods. In FY 2023, over 28,000 suspicious contact reports revealed attempts to exploit classified information and bypass export controls. Key targets included software, electronics, and aeronautic systems, with East Asia and the Near East regions leading the efforts. This underscores the critical need for vigilance and robust security measures to safeguard U.S. technological superiority.