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This is your Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege podcast.
Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Today, we're diving into the latest on China's sophisticated cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just a few days ago, on January 13, outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He wasn't kidding. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been busy infiltrating critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, natural gas pipelines, and telecommunications systems[4].
One of the most recent attacks was on the US Treasury Department, which was breached by Chinese-linked hackers in early December. This wasn't just any ordinary hack; it was a strategic move to gather sensitive intelligence and prepare for future potential conflict[1][2].
But how did they do it? Well, it turns out that Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon, have been using clever tactics to gain control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. These routers were then used as launch pads for attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast – key locations for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
According to Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA), these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. The CCP is testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
The US has been taking defensive measures, though. In January, the US announced it had dismantled an operation by Volt Typhoon, and the Treasury Department sanctioned a Beijing-based cybersecurity company, Integrity Technology Group Inc., for its alleged involvement in multiple hacking attempts[4].
So, what can we learn from all this? First, the CCP's cyber program is a force to be reckoned with. Second, the US needs to stay vigilant and keep patching those vulnerabilities. And third, it's time to take a closer look at our critical infrastructure and make sure it's secure.
As I wrap up this episode of Dragon's Code, I want to leave you with a quote from Christopher Wray: "China's cyber program has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure and is poised to wreak havoc at a whim." That's a sobering thought, folks. Stay safe, and stay tuned for more updates on the cyber front.
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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Today, we're diving into the latest on China's sophisticated cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just a few days ago, on January 13, outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He wasn't kidding. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been busy infiltrating critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, natural gas pipelines, and telecommunications systems[4].
One of the most recent attacks was on the US Treasury Department, which was breached by Chinese-linked hackers in early December. This wasn't just any ordinary hack; it was a strategic move to gather sensitive intelligence and prepare for future potential conflict[1][2].
But how did they do it? Well, it turns out that Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon, have been using clever tactics to gain control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. These routers were then used as launch pads for attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast – key locations for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
According to Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA), these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. The CCP is testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
The US has been taking defensive measures, though. In January, the US announced it had dismantled an operation by Volt Typhoon, and the Treasury Department sanctioned a Beijing-based cybersecurity company, Integrity Technology Group Inc., for its alleged involvement in multiple hacking attempts[4].
So, what can we learn from all this? First, the CCP's cyber program is a force to be reckoned with. Second, the US needs to stay vigilant and keep patching those vulnerabilities. And third, it's time to take a closer look at our critical infrastructure and make sure it's secure.
As I wrap up this episode of Dragon's Code, I want to leave you with a quote from Christopher Wray: "China's cyber program has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure and is poised to wreak havoc at a whim." That's a sobering thought, folks. Stay safe, and stay tuned for more updates on the cyber front.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
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By Quiet. PleaseThis is your Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege podcast.
Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Today, we're diving into the latest on China's sophisticated cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just a few days ago, on January 13, outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He wasn't kidding. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been busy infiltrating critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, natural gas pipelines, and telecommunications systems[4].
One of the most recent attacks was on the US Treasury Department, which was breached by Chinese-linked hackers in early December. This wasn't just any ordinary hack; it was a strategic move to gather sensitive intelligence and prepare for future potential conflict[1][2].
But how did they do it? Well, it turns out that Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon, have been using clever tactics to gain control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. These routers were then used as launch pads for attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast – key locations for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
According to Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA), these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. The CCP is testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
The US has been taking defensive measures, though. In January, the US announced it had dismantled an operation by Volt Typhoon, and the Treasury Department sanctioned a Beijing-based cybersecurity company, Integrity Technology Group Inc., for its alleged involvement in multiple hacking attempts[4].
So, what can we learn from all this? First, the CCP's cyber program is a force to be reckoned with. Second, the US needs to stay vigilant and keep patching those vulnerabilities. And third, it's time to take a closer look at our critical infrastructure and make sure it's secure.
As I wrap up this episode of Dragon's Code, I want to leave you with a quote from Christopher Wray: "China's cyber program has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure and is poised to wreak havoc at a whim." That's a sobering thought, folks. Stay safe, and stay tuned for more updates on the cyber front.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Today, we're diving into the latest on China's sophisticated cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just a few days ago, on January 13, outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He wasn't kidding. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been busy infiltrating critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, natural gas pipelines, and telecommunications systems[4].
One of the most recent attacks was on the US Treasury Department, which was breached by Chinese-linked hackers in early December. This wasn't just any ordinary hack; it was a strategic move to gather sensitive intelligence and prepare for future potential conflict[1][2].
But how did they do it? Well, it turns out that Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon, have been using clever tactics to gain control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. These routers were then used as launch pads for attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast – key locations for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
According to Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA), these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. The CCP is testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
The US has been taking defensive measures, though. In January, the US announced it had dismantled an operation by Volt Typhoon, and the Treasury Department sanctioned a Beijing-based cybersecurity company, Integrity Technology Group Inc., for its alleged involvement in multiple hacking attempts[4].
So, what can we learn from all this? First, the CCP's cyber program is a force to be reckoned with. Second, the US needs to stay vigilant and keep patching those vulnerabilities. And third, it's time to take a closer look at our critical infrastructure and make sure it's secure.
As I wrap up this episode of Dragon's Code, I want to leave you with a quote from Christopher Wray: "China's cyber program has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure and is poised to wreak havoc at a whim." That's a sobering thought, folks. Stay safe, and stay tuned for more updates on the cyber front.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta