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.
FBI and CISA Urge Switch to Encrypted Messaging Apps Amid Chinese Hacking Concerns
Federal agencies warn Americans to stop using standard SMS messaging between iPhones and Android devices due to security vulnerabilities. The advisory comes as Chinese hackers target US communication networks, prompting recommendations to use fully encrypted messaging apps like Signal and WhatsApp instead.
Chinese Hackers Infiltrate US Law Enforcement Wiretap Systems in Major Security Breach
Chinese state-sponsored hackers gained unauthorized access to sensitive US law enforcement surveillance infrastructure for months, compromising major telecom providers and exposing millions of Americans' data. The FBI and CISA identified the threat actors as 'Salt Typhoon' and are working with affected companies to strengthen defenses.
CFPB Warns Staff to Limit Phone Use Amid Salt Typhoon Cyber Threat
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau advises employees to restrict cellphone usage for work due to a cybersecurity breach by China-linked hackers. The agency urges staff to use secure platforms for communication as a precautionary measure.