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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, where we dive into the latest cyber threats. Today, we're talking about the most sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just last week, the US Treasury Department was hit by a state-sponsored cyberattack, courtesy of the People's Republic of China. According to Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber Anne Neuberger, this breach was likely aimed at gathering intel on US sanctions against Chinese exporters. The attackers, known as Salt Typhoon, have been busy, breaching nine US telecommunications providers and gaining "broad and full" access to Americans' data[2].
But that's not all. The FBI's outgoing director, Christopher Wray, just called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He warned that Beijing has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and natural gas pipelines. They've pre-positioned malware to "lie in wait" and inflict real-world harm at their choosing[4].
Now, let's talk about the attack methodologies. These hackers are using advanced tactics, exploiting vulnerabilities in systems like document management software to install Trojans. They're also leveraging compromised routers to launch attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast, which are crucial for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
So, what's being done to defend against these threats? The US has been working to dismantle Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon, which gained control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. They're also implementing defensive measures like proactive network operations and defensive counter cyber tactics to detect and mitigate threats[3].
But here's the thing: these attacks are getting more sophisticated and persistent. As Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency, put it, these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. They're testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
So, what's the takeaway? The US needs to stay vigilant and proactive in its cyber defense. As David Sedney, former deputy assistant secretary of defense, said, "It looks as if things are going to get much worse before they get any better." Let's hope our cybersecurity experts and government officials are up to the challenge. That's all for today's Dragon's Code. Stay safe out there, and we'll catch you in the next episode.
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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code, where we dive into the latest cyber threats. Today, we're talking about the most sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just last week, the US Treasury Department was hit by a state-sponsored cyberattack, courtesy of the People's Republic of China. According to Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber Anne Neuberger, this breach was likely aimed at gathering intel on US sanctions against Chinese exporters. The attackers, known as Salt Typhoon, have been busy, breaching nine US telecommunications providers and gaining "broad and full" access to Americans' data[2].
But that's not all. The FBI's outgoing director, Christopher Wray, just called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He warned that Beijing has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and natural gas pipelines. They've pre-positioned malware to "lie in wait" and inflict real-world harm at their choosing[4].
Now, let's talk about the attack methodologies. These hackers are using advanced tactics, exploiting vulnerabilities in systems like document management software to install Trojans. They're also leveraging compromised routers to launch attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast, which are crucial for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
So, what's being done to defend against these threats? The US has been working to dismantle Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon, which gained control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. They're also implementing defensive measures like proactive network operations and defensive counter cyber tactics to detect and mitigate threats[3].
But here's the thing: these attacks are getting more sophisticated and persistent. As Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency, put it, these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. They're testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
So, what's the takeaway? The US needs to stay vigilant and proactive in its cyber defense. As David Sedney, former deputy assistant secretary of defense, said, "It looks as if things are going to get much worse before they get any better." Let's hope our cybersecurity experts and government officials are up to the challenge. That's all for today's Dragon's Code. Stay safe out there, and we'll catch you in the next episode.
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, where we dive into the latest cyber threats. Today, we're talking about the most sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just last week, the US Treasury Department was hit by a state-sponsored cyberattack, courtesy of the People's Republic of China. According to Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber Anne Neuberger, this breach was likely aimed at gathering intel on US sanctions against Chinese exporters. The attackers, known as Salt Typhoon, have been busy, breaching nine US telecommunications providers and gaining "broad and full" access to Americans' data[2].
But that's not all. The FBI's outgoing director, Christopher Wray, just called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He warned that Beijing has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and natural gas pipelines. They've pre-positioned malware to "lie in wait" and inflict real-world harm at their choosing[4].
Now, let's talk about the attack methodologies. These hackers are using advanced tactics, exploiting vulnerabilities in systems like document management software to install Trojans. They're also leveraging compromised routers to launch attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast, which are crucial for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
So, what's being done to defend against these threats? The US has been working to dismantle Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon, which gained control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. They're also implementing defensive measures like proactive network operations and defensive counter cyber tactics to detect and mitigate threats[3].
But here's the thing: these attacks are getting more sophisticated and persistent. As Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency, put it, these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. They're testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
So, what's the takeaway? The US needs to stay vigilant and proactive in its cyber defense. As David Sedney, former deputy assistant secretary of defense, said, "It looks as if things are going to get much worse before they get any better." Let's hope our cybersecurity experts and government officials are up to the challenge. That's all for today's Dragon's Code. Stay safe out there, and we'll catch you in the next episode.
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, where we dive into the latest cyber threats. Today, we're talking about the most sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!
Just last week, the US Treasury Department was hit by a state-sponsored cyberattack, courtesy of the People's Republic of China. According to Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber Anne Neuberger, this breach was likely aimed at gathering intel on US sanctions against Chinese exporters. The attackers, known as Salt Typhoon, have been busy, breaching nine US telecommunications providers and gaining "broad and full" access to Americans' data[2].
But that's not all. The FBI's outgoing director, Christopher Wray, just called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He warned that Beijing has already infiltrated critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and natural gas pipelines. They've pre-positioned malware to "lie in wait" and inflict real-world harm at their choosing[4].
Now, let's talk about the attack methodologies. These hackers are using advanced tactics, exploiting vulnerabilities in systems like document management software to install Trojans. They're also leveraging compromised routers to launch attacks on critical infrastructure systems, including those in Guam and the West Coast, which are crucial for a potential US response to a conflict over Taiwan[1].
So, what's being done to defend against these threats? The US has been working to dismantle Chinese state-backed hacker groups, like Volt Typhoon, which gained control of hundreds of internet routers in the US. They're also implementing defensive measures like proactive network operations and defensive counter cyber tactics to detect and mitigate threats[3].
But here's the thing: these attacks are getting more sophisticated and persistent. As Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency, put it, these hacks are like "weapons tests" in cyber terms. They're testing access to systems, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and lying in wait for the perfect moment to strike[1].
So, what's the takeaway? The US needs to stay vigilant and proactive in its cyber defense. As David Sedney, former deputy assistant secretary of defense, said, "It looks as if things are going to get much worse before they get any better." Let's hope our cybersecurity experts and government officials are up to the challenge. That's all for today's Dragon's Code. Stay safe out there, and we'll catch you in the next episode.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta