Former CISA Director Condemns Trump's Cybersecurity Cuts Amid Rising Threats
Chris Krebs, former CISA director, strongly criticizes the Trump administration's reduction of federal cyber defense capabilities during the RSA Conference. His outspoken opposition comes as Chinese hacking campaigns intensify their targeting of U.S. infrastructure.
China's Cyber Offensive: State-Backed Hacking Groups Show Unprecedented Sophistication
Chinese state-sponsored cyber operations have surged 150% in 2024, with specialized groups like Salt Typhoon targeting critical infrastructure and telecom networks. The dramatic evolution in capabilities and stealth tactics signals China's strategic focus on maintaining persistent network access for potential military advantages.
Trump Dismantles DHS Cybersecurity Board Investigating Chinese Hacking Campaign
The Department of Homeland Security has dismissed all members of its Cyber Safety Review Board amid an ongoing investigation into Chinese telecom hacks known as Salt Typhoon. The controversial move, ordered by Trump's administration, has raised concerns about the future of critical cybersecurity oversight.
Chinese Hackers Breach US Treasury via Software Exploit
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated US Treasury systems by exploiting BeyondTrust software vulnerabilities, accessing workstations and unclassified documents. The major cybersecurity incident, potentially linked to the Salt Typhoon campaign, prompted immediate investigation by FBI and CISA.
White House Reveals Ninth Telecom Company Hit in Chinese State-Sponsored Cyberattack
The White House disclosed a ninth telecommunications company has been compromised in the Salt Typhoon cyber campaign, attributed to Chinese state hackers targeting D.C. area officials. Basic security lapses enabled attackers to breach networks, with one compromised admin account controlling over 100,000 routers.
CISA Urges Americans to Adopt Encrypted Messaging Apps Following Salt Typhoon Breach
In response to the devastating Salt Typhoon cyberattack on US telecom networks, CISA has issued urgent guidance recommending secure messaging apps like Signal. The advisory emphasizes end-to-end encryption and phishing-resistant authentication to protect against surveillance attempts.
U.S. Urges Encrypted Messaging as Chinese Hackers Breach Telecom Networks
Chinese state-sponsored hackers have infiltrated major U.S. telecommunications networks, potentially compromising surveillance systems since October 2023. Government officials strongly recommend encrypted messaging services while multiple agencies investigate the extensive breach and release security guidelines.
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.