China denies hacking into US power grid

8220;There8217;s absolutely no substance in this story about China and Russia attacking the US power grid,so I hope the relevant US press can truthfully handle their reports,particularly about China,8221; Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Jiang Yu told reporters.

8220;China is also the victim of cyber-attacks and is willing to enhance its cooperation with the international community.8221;

The Wall Street Journal said the cyber-spies last year repeatedly gained access to the US system powering everything from financial institutions to sewerage systems.

8220;The Chinese have attempted to map our infrastructure,such as the electrical grid,8221; the US daily said,quoting an unidentified senior intelligence official. 8220;So have the Russians.8221;

While no damage was caused,investigators found time-bomb style viruses sown into the system,it reported.