The state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) is going after high-value communications service provider networks in the US, potentially with a dual set of goals.
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 September 26, 2024
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China's 'Salt Typhoon' Cooks Up Cyberattacks on US ISPs
The state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) is going after high-value communications service provider networks in the US, potentially with a dual set of goals.
CrowdStrike Offers Mea Culpa to House Committee
The company said the rogue update that caused disruptions on a global scale resulted from a "perfect storm" of issues.
Third Ivanti Bug Comes Under Active Exploit, CISA Warns
Though the critical vulnerability was patched in August, Ivanti is reminding customers to update as soon as possible as attacks from unauthenticated threat actors start circulating.
Sophisticated RAT Hides Behind P. Diddy Scandal Lures
The advanced Python-based PysSilon malware can steal data, record keystrokes, and execute remote commands. The attackers behind it are promising to leak details of deleted X posts related to accused rapper and music producer Sean Combs.
How Russia, China & Iran Are Targeting US Elections
While these threats remain a valid concern, US government agencies have doubled down on their assurances to the American public that election infrastructure is secure.
Pwn2Own Auto Offers $500K for Tesla Hacks
There will be four major categories in the 2025 retread of the hacking competition, with prizes ranging for each challenge, from $20,000 to half a million.
US May Be Losing the Race for Global AI Leadership
To maintain AI leadership, Congress and regulatory agencies must recognize that our foreign competitors are working to surpass us.
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