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This is your Red Alert: China's Daily Cyber Moves podcast.
Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on China's daily cyber moves. Let's dive right in.
Over the past few days, we've seen some serious activity from Chinese cyber actors targeting US telecommunications infrastructure. The FBI and CISA have been on high alert, issuing joint statements and advisories to warn of these threats. On October 25, 2024, they identified specific malicious activity targeting the sector, and by November 13, 2024, their investigation revealed a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign[1][5].
These PRC-affiliated actors have compromised networks at multiple telecommunications companies, enabling the theft of customer call records data, private communications of individuals involved in government or political activity, and even information subject to US law enforcement requests. It's a big deal, and we're talking about major global telecommunications providers here.
But here's the thing: this isn't just about espionage. The CISA and its partners warn that these actors are pre-positioning themselves on IT networks for disruptive or destructive cyberattacks against US critical infrastructure in the event of a major crisis or conflict with the United States[3].
Now, let's talk about the tactics. These actors are using router firmware to hide in plain sight, and they're good at it. The NSA, FBI, and CISA, along with Japanese agencies, have detailed the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of these BlackTech actors linked to the PRC[3].
So, what can we do? First, we need to review all subsidiary connections, verify access, and consider implementing zero trust models to limit the extent of a potential BlackTech compromise. It's time to get proactive.
In the past, we've seen China respond to heightened US-China tensions with cyberattacks. The CISA has provided specific Chinese government and affiliated cyber threat actor TTPs and recommended mitigations to protect our nation's critical infrastructure[3].
The bottom line is this: China's cyber activities are a daily threat, and we need to stay vigilant. It's not just about the tech; it's about the people and the information at risk. So, let's keep our eyes open and our defenses strong. That's the latest from me, Ting. Stay safe out there.
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Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on China's daily cyber moves. Let's dive right in.
Over the past few days, we've seen some serious activity from Chinese cyber actors targeting US telecommunications infrastructure. The FBI and CISA have been on high alert, issuing joint statements and advisories to warn of these threats. On October 25, 2024, they identified specific malicious activity targeting the sector, and by November 13, 2024, their investigation revealed a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign[1][5].
These PRC-affiliated actors have compromised networks at multiple telecommunications companies, enabling the theft of customer call records data, private communications of individuals involved in government or political activity, and even information subject to US law enforcement requests. It's a big deal, and we're talking about major global telecommunications providers here.
But here's the thing: this isn't just about espionage. The CISA and its partners warn that these actors are pre-positioning themselves on IT networks for disruptive or destructive cyberattacks against US critical infrastructure in the event of a major crisis or conflict with the United States[3].
Now, let's talk about the tactics. These actors are using router firmware to hide in plain sight, and they're good at it. The NSA, FBI, and CISA, along with Japanese agencies, have detailed the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of these BlackTech actors linked to the PRC[3].
So, what can we do? First, we need to review all subsidiary connections, verify access, and consider implementing zero trust models to limit the extent of a potential BlackTech compromise. It's time to get proactive.
In the past, we've seen China respond to heightened US-China tensions with cyberattacks. The CISA has provided specific Chinese government and affiliated cyber threat actor TTPs and recommended mitigations to protect our nation's critical infrastructure[3].
The bottom line is this: China's cyber activities are a daily threat, and we need to stay vigilant. It's not just about the tech; it's about the people and the information at risk. So, let's keep our eyes open and our defenses strong. That's the latest from me, Ting. Stay safe out there.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
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By Quiet. PleaseThis is your Red Alert: China's Daily Cyber Moves podcast.
Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on China's daily cyber moves. Let's dive right in.
Over the past few days, we've seen some serious activity from Chinese cyber actors targeting US telecommunications infrastructure. The FBI and CISA have been on high alert, issuing joint statements and advisories to warn of these threats. On October 25, 2024, they identified specific malicious activity targeting the sector, and by November 13, 2024, their investigation revealed a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign[1][5].
These PRC-affiliated actors have compromised networks at multiple telecommunications companies, enabling the theft of customer call records data, private communications of individuals involved in government or political activity, and even information subject to US law enforcement requests. It's a big deal, and we're talking about major global telecommunications providers here.
But here's the thing: this isn't just about espionage. The CISA and its partners warn that these actors are pre-positioning themselves on IT networks for disruptive or destructive cyberattacks against US critical infrastructure in the event of a major crisis or conflict with the United States[3].
Now, let's talk about the tactics. These actors are using router firmware to hide in plain sight, and they're good at it. The NSA, FBI, and CISA, along with Japanese agencies, have detailed the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of these BlackTech actors linked to the PRC[3].
So, what can we do? First, we need to review all subsidiary connections, verify access, and consider implementing zero trust models to limit the extent of a potential BlackTech compromise. It's time to get proactive.
In the past, we've seen China respond to heightened US-China tensions with cyberattacks. The CISA has provided specific Chinese government and affiliated cyber threat actor TTPs and recommended mitigations to protect our nation's critical infrastructure[3].
The bottom line is this: China's cyber activities are a daily threat, and we need to stay vigilant. It's not just about the tech; it's about the people and the information at risk. So, let's keep our eyes open and our defenses strong. That's the latest from me, Ting. Stay safe out there.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on China's daily cyber moves. Let's dive right in.
Over the past few days, we've seen some serious activity from Chinese cyber actors targeting US telecommunications infrastructure. The FBI and CISA have been on high alert, issuing joint statements and advisories to warn of these threats. On October 25, 2024, they identified specific malicious activity targeting the sector, and by November 13, 2024, their investigation revealed a broad and significant cyber espionage campaign[1][5].
These PRC-affiliated actors have compromised networks at multiple telecommunications companies, enabling the theft of customer call records data, private communications of individuals involved in government or political activity, and even information subject to US law enforcement requests. It's a big deal, and we're talking about major global telecommunications providers here.
But here's the thing: this isn't just about espionage. The CISA and its partners warn that these actors are pre-positioning themselves on IT networks for disruptive or destructive cyberattacks against US critical infrastructure in the event of a major crisis or conflict with the United States[3].
Now, let's talk about the tactics. These actors are using router firmware to hide in plain sight, and they're good at it. The NSA, FBI, and CISA, along with Japanese agencies, have detailed the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of these BlackTech actors linked to the PRC[3].
So, what can we do? First, we need to review all subsidiary connections, verify access, and consider implementing zero trust models to limit the extent of a potential BlackTech compromise. It's time to get proactive.
In the past, we've seen China respond to heightened US-China tensions with cyberattacks. The CISA has provided specific Chinese government and affiliated cyber threat actor TTPs and recommended mitigations to protect our nation's critical infrastructure[3].
The bottom line is this: China's cyber activities are a daily threat, and we need to stay vigilant. It's not just about the tech; it's about the people and the information at risk. So, let's keep our eyes open and our defenses strong. That's the latest from me, Ting. Stay safe out there.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta