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Chinese hackers preparing for conflict, US cyber official says

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

Chinese hackers preparing for conflict, US cyber official says

Chinese hackers are strategically infiltrating US critical infrastructure IT networks, with the potential for a future conflict with the US, according to a cybersecurity official. These cyber operations are aimed at gaining an advantage in case of a major conflict. US officials have warned about Chinese hackers compromising IT networks and preparing for disruptive attacks, including manipulating systems in server rooms or disrupting energy and water controls. This follows the revelation of a suspected China-linked hack on US telecommunications firms, which the FBI has dubbed "Salt Typhoon." The US government has implemented synchronized activities to degrade and disrupt Chinese cyber operations.

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Canada says network devices compromised in China-linked hack

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Canada says network devices compromised in China-linked hack

Canada's cybersecurity agency identified Chinese-backed hackers, known as Salt Typhoon, as likely responsible for recent cyber activities targeting the nation's telecommunications infrastructure. They compromised three network devices registered to a Canadian company. The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security and the US FBI advised organizations to strengthen their networks against this threat. The campaign is not limited to telecommunications and is expected to persist, targeting Canadian entities, particularly telecom providers, over the next two years.

US official fighting Chinese telecom intrusions urges more encryption

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

US official fighting Chinese telecom intrusions urges more encryption

A senior US official advises Americans to use encryption as a means to protect themselves from alleged Chinese hackers infiltrating American telecom companies. This advice, given by Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency official Jeff Greene, is a departure from previous government messaging, which sought to weaken encryption protocols. The US government has expressed growing concerns about Beijing's efforts to gain access to sensitive data, including call records, from US telecommunications companies. Greene's suggestion to embrace encrypted calls and messaging indicates a belief that Chinese hackers may remain in these networks for an uncertain period.

T-Mobile says cyber attackers had no access to customer data

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

T-Mobile says cyber attackers had no access to customer data

T-Mobile has reported attempts by unknown hackers to infiltrate its systems but assures that no sensitive customer data was accessed. While similarities have been noted with the Chinese-linked cyberespionage operation known as Salt Typhoon, T-Mobile has not confirmed their involvement. The company has cut connections with the compromised network and reported the findings to the US government. This incident comes amidst ongoing investigations into a broad cyber espionage campaign by Chinese hackers, which has affected other major telecom firms. T-Mobile assures that its defenses protected customer information and prevented service disruption.

Microsoft could have prevented Chinese cloud email hack, US cyber report says

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Microsoft could have prevented Chinese cloud email hack, US cyber report says

A report by the US Cyber Safety Review Board has found that Microsoft's failure to prioritize enterprise security investments and rigorous risk management contributed to Chinese hackers breaching US government emails through its Microsoft Exchange Online software. The incident affected over 500 people, including US government employees working on national security. The report calls for an overhaul of Microsoft's security culture, highlighting the need to prevent such intrusions. This comes as Microsoft faces ongoing attacks from Russian state-sponsored hackers, with the same group behind the SolarWinds attack spying on executive email inboxes and accessing the company's source code repositories and internal systems.

FBI says Chinese hackers preparing to attack US infrastructure

Reuters · 1y ago

FBI says Chinese hackers preparing to attack US infrastructure

Chinese government-linked hackers have infiltrated critical infrastructure in the US and are waiting for the right moment to cause significant damage, according to FBI Director Christopher Wray. The hackers are part of an ongoing campaign known as Volt Typhoon and have targeted various industries, including telecommunications, energy, and water. Wray warned that their goal is to induce panic and disrupt civilian infrastructure. The motive behind this cyber pre-positioning is believed to be China's intent to deter the US from defending Taiwan. China, however, denies any involvement and claims it is an attempt to frame them.

US sanctions Beijing-based cyber group for its alleged role in hacking incidents

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

US sanctions Beijing-based cyber group for its alleged role in hacking incidents

The US Treasury has sanctioned Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group, Inc. for its involvement in hacking incidents targeting US critical infrastructure, including campaigns attributed to Flax Typhoon. The sanctions follow the discovery of Chinese hackers accessing US Treasury Department systems. These sanctions block access to US assets and halt business with Americans. The ongoing cyberespionage campaign, Salt Typhoon, has allowed access to private communications of several Americans, prompting continued US efforts to strengthen cyber defenses.

China issues bounty for hackers it says are linked to Taiwan

Economic Times

Economic Times · 2m ago

China issues bounty for hackers it says are linked to Taiwan

The Chinese city of Guangzhou has issued bounties for over 20 alleged hackers, accused of cyberattacks linked to Taiwan's government. Chinese authorities claim these hackers targeted sectors like military, aerospace, and technology in China and its regions. Accusations suggest cooperation between Taiwan and US agencies to undermine China. In response, Taiwan dismissed these claims as false, asserting China's attempt to deflect attention from scrutiny over its alleged hacking activities in Europe.

Chinese Hackers Stole Over 95 GB Of Indian Immigration Data

Inc42 · 1y ago

Chinese Hackers Stole Over 95 GB Of Indian Immigration Data

Chinese hackers have been conducting cyber intrusions against various foreign governments and companies, including India. They have gained access to 95.2 GB of Indian immigration data. Other targeted countries include Malaysia, Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and more. The hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in software from companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft. Leaked documents from Chinese company ISoon reveal successful breaches of 80 overseas targets, including the acquisition of immigration data and call logs. US intelligence officials view Chinese hacking campaigns as a significant long-term threat to national security. India has also taken measures to block Chinese mobile applications due to concerns over potential monitoring.

US Treasury secretary raised serious concern about China's 'malicious' cyber activity

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

US Treasury secretary raised serious concern about China's 'malicious' cyber activity

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen held a virtual meeting with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, addressing concerns over Chinese state-sponsored cyber activities affecting bilateral relations. The U.S. government has blamed recent cyber attacks on Chinese-backed actors. Despite efforts to enhance U.S.-China relations, tensions persist due to China's non-market practices and industrial overcapacity. Yellen also warned about consequences if Chinese companies support Russia amid its conflict with Ukraine, highlighting ongoing economic and security disputes.

DOJ confirms FBI operation that mass-deleted Chinese malware from thousands of US computers

TechCrunch · 6m ago

DOJ confirms FBI operation that mass-deleted Chinese malware from thousands of US computers

U.S. authorities dismantled a Chinese state-backed hacking group, Twill Typhoon, that had infiltrated millions of computers to conduct espionage. The FBI, along with French authorities and cybersecurity firm Sekoia, successfully deleted the PlugX malware from thousands of U.S. systems. This malware, used for data theft since 2012, targeted governments and private sectors worldwide. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat foreign cyber threats, particularly from Chinese-backed hackers.

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