US-China CyberPulse: Defense Updates

Ting's CyberTea: White House Fires Up Defenses, China's Salt Typhoon Unleashed!


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This is your US-China CyberPulse: Defense Updates podcast.

Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the latest US-China CyberPulse updates. It's been a wild few days, and I'm excited to dive in.

So, let's start with the big news. On January 15, the White House issued a new Executive Order aimed at strengthening and promoting innovation in the nation's cybersecurity. This is huge, folks. The order advances the use of modern phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication, which is a game-changer in the fight against Chinese cyber threats.

But that's not all. The Department of Justice recently issued its final rule to implement Executive Order 14117, which is all about preventing countries of concern – think China, Russia, and Iran – from exploiting government-related data or bulk US sensitive personal data. This is a major move to protect our national security and the security and safety of US persons.

Now, I know what you're thinking. What about the private sector? Well, CISA, America's Cyber Defense Agency, is on it. They're working proactively to reduce risks from vulnerable devices that China is using to conduct intrusions. And let me tell you, it's a big deal. CISA's Director recently testified about the threats from China's cyber program, and it's clear that we're at a critical juncture for our national security.

But here's the thing. It's not just about the US. International cooperation is key in the fight against Chinese cyber threats. And that's exactly what's happening. CISA is working with industry partners and federal agencies to share information and stay ahead of the threats.

And speaking of threats, have you heard about the Salt Typhoon campaign? It's a Chinese cyber campaign targeting US telecommunications infrastructure, and it's a big deal. CISA threat hunters detected the same actors in US government networks, which allowed law enforcement to gain access to images of actor-leased virtual private servers. It's a major win, but it also shows just how relentless China is in its cyber efforts.

So, what's next? Well, for one, we need to stay vigilant. The Chinese New Year is just around the corner – it starts on January 29, by the way – and we can expect to see an uptick in cyber activity. But with the new Executive Order and CISA's efforts, I'm feeling hopeful. We're making progress, and we're not going to let China get the best of us.

That's all for now, folks. Stay safe, and stay tuned for more updates from the world of US-China CyberPulse. I'm Ting, and I'll catch you on the flip side.

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