Chinese Hacker Indicted for Massive Sophos Firewall Attack Affecting 81,000 Devices
The U.S. Department of Justice has charged Chinese national Guan Tianfeng for exploiting Sophos firewall vulnerabilities that compromised 81,000 devices globally. The attack, linked to China's Ministry of Public Security, prompted multi-agency U.S. response including sanctions and a $10 million reward for information.
China's EagleMsgSpy: Sophisticated Android Surveillance Tool Exposed
Researchers have uncovered a powerful spyware tool used by Chinese law enforcement to collect extensive data from Android devices since 2017. The surveillance system, developed by Wuhan Chinasoft Token Information Technology, can capture everything from call logs to real-time screen recordings.
Chinese Hacker Charged in Massive Sophos Firewall Breach Affecting 81,000 Devices
U.S. authorities have charged Chinese national Guan Tianfeng for exploiting a critical zero-day vulnerability that compromised 81,000 Sophos firewalls globally in 2020. The attack, which impacted U.S. critical infrastructure, led to sanctions against Guan and his employer Sichuan Silence Information Technology Company.
Federal Court Upholds TikTok Ban, Giving ByteDance January 2024 Deadline
A U.S. appeals court has unanimously upheld legislation that could ban TikTok nationwide unless ByteDance sells the platform to non-Chinese owners by January 19, 2024. The ruling affects over 170 million American users and content creators, marking a critical moment in the platform's ongoing national security scrutiny.
Chinese State Hackers Execute 4-Month Campaign Against U.S. Company
Security researchers reveal a sophisticated cyberattack targeting a major U.S. organization with Chinese operations between April-August 2023. The campaign, linked to state-sponsored group Crimson Palace, involved extensive network infiltration and data theft using both custom malware and legitimate tools.
FBI Alerts Telecom Industry to Major Chinese State-Sponsored Hacking Operation
FBI and CISA issue urgent warning about 'Salt Typhoon', a sophisticated Chinese hacking campaign targeting U.S. telecom networks to collect private communications data. The operation compromised call metadata and recordings, particularly from government and political targets, prompting international intelligence agencies to respond.
Google Dismantles Massive Chinese Disinformation Network 'Glassbridge'
Google has taken down over 1,000 websites operated by Chinese companies that were spreading pro-Beijing propaganda through fake news domains. The sophisticated influence operation, led by Shanghai Haixun Technology, targeted audiences across 30 countries with deceptive content on sensitive political topics.
US to Expand Sanctions on Chinese Semiconductor Industry, Including HBM Technology
The Biden administration plans to impose sanctions on 200 Chinese chip firms, with potential restrictions on High Bandwidth Memory exports. This escalation in US-China tech rivalry could reshape the global semiconductor landscape while impacting major players like Nvidia and Huawei.
Google Uncovers Massive Chinese Disinformation Network Using Fake News Sites
Google's Threat Analysis Group has exposed GLASSBRIDGE, a sophisticated Chinese influence operation using fake news outlets to spread pro-Beijing narratives globally. The network exploited legitimate news platforms by placing content on subdomains, highlighting growing challenges in combating state-sponsored propaganda.
Philippine Army Recruits Tech Civilians as Digital Defense Warriors
The Philippine Army is actively recruiting civilian IT professionals to join its cybersecurity unit, offering an alternative career path to combat rising cyber threats. The initiative comes as the country faces increasing digital attacks targeting government agencies, with the military acknowledging its current shortage of skilled cybersecurity personnel.