December 3, 2024 at 05:53PM Federal authorities are urging telecom companies to enhance network security after a significant Chinese hacking campaign accessed Americans’ private data. The FBI and cybersecurity agencies issued technical recommendations to thwart further cyberespionage, while the scale and ongoing access of the attackers remain unclear. This broad attack is part of China’s … Read more
December 3, 2024 at 02:52PM CISA issued guidance to strengthen defenses against the Salt Typhoon Chinese threat group, which compromised major telecoms like AT&T and T-Mobile, accessing sensitive data. The advisory includes hardening practices such as timely device updates, disabling insecure protocols, and enhancing visibility into network activities. Vigilance is emphasized for effective defense. ### … Read more
November 29, 2024 at 12:57AM Ping Li, a 59-year-old U.S. citizen from China, was sentenced to four years in prison for spying for China, sharing sensitive information from Verizon and Infosys with the Ministry of State Security. He received a $250,000 fine and three years of supervised release following his guilty plea to espionage charges. … Read more
November 28, 2024 at 06:30AM T-Mobile reported a cyberattack linked to the Chinese group Salt Typhoon but stated the attack was blocked with no access to sensitive customer data. T-Mobile’s Chief Security Officer clarified that while attempts were detected, defenses protected their systems, and connections to the attacking network were severed promptly. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more
November 27, 2024 at 11:54PM T-Mobile reported recent attempts by hackers to infiltrate its systems, though no sensitive data was accessed. The attacks originated from a connected wireline provider’s network and were thwarted by T-Mobile’s security measures. The incident is notable following cyber threats from a China-linked group targeting U.S. telecoms. ### Meeting Takeaways – … Read more
November 27, 2024 at 12:38AM Ping Li, a 59-year-old Florida engineer, was sentenced to 48 months in prison for spying for China, providing sensitive information about cybersecurity and his employers, Verizon and Infosys. Li communicated with China’s Ministry of State Security since 2012, facilitating requests on US-based organizations and cybersecurity training materials. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. … Read more
November 26, 2024 at 06:18AM The Chinese threat actor Earth Estries has been targeting Southeast Asian telecommunications and government networks using a new backdoor, GHOSTSPIDER, along with MASOL RAT. Compromising over 20 entities globally, they exploit various vulnerabilities for cyber espionage, showcasing advanced tactics and a sophisticated operational structure. Recent attacks indicate a significant evolution … Read more
November 25, 2024 at 11:14AM The Chinese state-sponsored hacking group Salt Typhoon is using a new “GhostSpider” backdoor to target telecommunication service providers, indicating an escalation in their cyber-attack strategies. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. **Threat Actor Identified**: The hacking group known as Salt Typhoon, which is state-sponsored by China, is actively conducting cyberattacks. 2. **New … Read more
November 20, 2024 at 02:27AM A new China-linked cyber espionage group named Liminal Panda targets telecommunications entities in South Asia and Africa, employing advanced tools for unauthorized access and data extraction. CrowdStrike highlights prior misattribution and notes that these activities exploit trust relationships among telecom providers, underscoring vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure to state-sponsored attacks. ### … Read more
November 18, 2024 at 04:32AM T-Mobile has been a target of the Chinese group Salt Typhoon in a significant espionage campaign aimed at U.S. telecom companies. This incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats in the telecommunications sector. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Targeted Company:** T-Mobile. 2. **Threat Actor:** Chinese group named Salt Typhoon. 3. **Nature of Incident:** Major … Read more