CISO Tradecraft®

#210 - Salt Typhoon and Vulnerable Telecoms


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In this crucial episode of CISO Tradecraft, host G Mark Hardy delves into the urgent topic of the 'Salt Typhoon' threat, with insights from experts Adam Isles and Andreas Kurland from the Chertoff Group. The episode covers the implications for corporate security using SMS text messages when Chinese actors are breaking into major telecommunication entities. The conversation focuses on encryption, secure communications, and measures to mitigate risks from vulnerabilities in telecommunications infrastructure. The discussion includes practical steps for securing messaging, voice calls, virtual meetings, and emails. Learn actionable strategies to bolster your organization’s cybersecurity posture and ensure robust defense against sophisticated state-level cyber threats.

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Link to recommendations:

https://chertoffgroup.com/end-to-end-encryption-is-essential/ 

Transcripts https://docs.google.com/document/d/13NKPUBU3c-qYQtX18NR08oYVRSSnHD_a

Chapters:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Salt Typhoon
  • 01:31 Meet the Experts: Adam Isles and Andreas Kurland
  • 02:03 Understanding the Salt Typhoon Threat
  • 04:49 Telecommunications and Security Risks
  • 07:37 Messaging Security: Risks and Recommendations
  • 20:14 Voice Communication Security
  • 28:44 Securing Virtual Meetings
  • 34:45 Email Security: Challenges and Solutions
  • 41:35 Conclusion and Contact Information
  • ...more
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