December 5, 2024 at 05:20PM A major U.S. organization with a strong presence in China experienced a data breach by China-based threat actors, who infiltrated its networks and maintained access from April to August 2024. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Incident Overview**: A large U.S. organization with a strong presence in China has experienced a security … Read more
November 22, 2024 at 09:51AM Research reveals that numerous private cybersecurity firms and universities are aiding China in developing offensive cyber capabilities to support military and economic ambitions. This collaboration enhances cyberattacks, particularly against U.S. infrastructure, raising concerns about China’s persistent cyber threats and the complex ecosystem involving state and non-state actors. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more
September 25, 2024 at 04:49PM A recently discovered advanced persistent threat (APT) named “Salt Typhoon” has targeted US Internet service provider networks, potentially for stealing information and launching disruptive attacks. This indicates China’s focus on geopolitical interests, with concerns raised about surveilling high-value targets and a military component in the campaign. The ongoing targeting of … Read more
November 14, 2023 at 03:31PM Chinese state-sponsored actors have become adept at exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities to conduct espionage, posing a significant and persistent threat to global organizations. Recent reports indicate that these actors are increasingly targeting public-facing devices, including firewalls, hypervisors, and email security tools. The success of these attacks is facilitated by threat sharing … Read more
November 14, 2023 at 01:45PM Britain’s cybersecurity agency has stated that artificial intelligence is a threat to the country’s next national election. The agency also highlighted the growing number of cyberattacks by hostile countries and their proxies, making it harder to track these attacks. The report emphasized the emergence of state-aligned actors as a new … Read more