Feb 18 2025 2 mins
This is your Red Alert: China's Daily Cyber Moves podcast.
Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on China's daily cyber moves against US targets. Buckle up, folks, because this is about to get real.
Just a few days ago, I was digging into the latest alerts from CISA and the FBI, and let me tell you, it's been a wild ride. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been ramping up its cyberattacks on US critical infrastructure, and we're seeing some new and disturbing patterns emerge.
Back in February 2024, CISA, the NSA, and the FBI issued a joint advisory warning about PRC state-sponsored cyber actors pre-positioning themselves on IT networks for potential disruptive or destructive cyberattacks against US critical infrastructure[1]. Fast forward to October 2024, and we saw another joint statement from the FBI and CISA about PRC activity targeting telecommunications infrastructure, with actors affiliated with the PRC gaining unauthorized access to commercial telecommunications networks[2].
But here's the thing: it's not just about the past. Just last month, in January 2025, we saw a state-sponsored cyberattack on the US Treasury Department by the CCP, marking the latest escalation in Beijing's use of hybrid tactics to undermine its strategic competitors[4]. And let's not forget about the Volt Typhoon operation, where Chinese state-backed hackers gained control of hundreds of internet routers in the US to be used as launch pads for attacks on critical infrastructure systems.
Now, I know what you're thinking: what's the big deal? Well, here's the thing: these attacks aren't just about stealing data or causing chaos. They're about laying the groundwork for a potential conflict over Taiwan. The CCP is testing access to US critical infrastructure, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and waiting for the perfect moment to strike. It's like a cyber weapons test, and we need to be on high alert.
So, what can we do? First, we need to take these threats seriously and stay vigilant. We need to patch those vulnerabilities, update our systems, and be prepared for the worst. We also need to work together, sharing information and coordinating our defenses across industries and governments.
It's time to get real about China's cyber threats, folks. We can't afford to wait and see what happens next. We need to be proactive, and we need to be prepared. So, let's get to it. It's time to go on red alert.
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Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on China's daily cyber moves against US targets. Buckle up, folks, because this is about to get real.
Just a few days ago, I was digging into the latest alerts from CISA and the FBI, and let me tell you, it's been a wild ride. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been ramping up its cyberattacks on US critical infrastructure, and we're seeing some new and disturbing patterns emerge.
Back in February 2024, CISA, the NSA, and the FBI issued a joint advisory warning about PRC state-sponsored cyber actors pre-positioning themselves on IT networks for potential disruptive or destructive cyberattacks against US critical infrastructure[1]. Fast forward to October 2024, and we saw another joint statement from the FBI and CISA about PRC activity targeting telecommunications infrastructure, with actors affiliated with the PRC gaining unauthorized access to commercial telecommunications networks[2].
But here's the thing: it's not just about the past. Just last month, in January 2025, we saw a state-sponsored cyberattack on the US Treasury Department by the CCP, marking the latest escalation in Beijing's use of hybrid tactics to undermine its strategic competitors[4]. And let's not forget about the Volt Typhoon operation, where Chinese state-backed hackers gained control of hundreds of internet routers in the US to be used as launch pads for attacks on critical infrastructure systems.
Now, I know what you're thinking: what's the big deal? Well, here's the thing: these attacks aren't just about stealing data or causing chaos. They're about laying the groundwork for a potential conflict over Taiwan. The CCP is testing access to US critical infrastructure, seeing if vulnerabilities get patched, and waiting for the perfect moment to strike. It's like a cyber weapons test, and we need to be on high alert.
So, what can we do? First, we need to take these threats seriously and stay vigilant. We need to patch those vulnerabilities, update our systems, and be prepared for the worst. We also need to work together, sharing information and coordinating our defenses across industries and governments.
It's time to get real about China's cyber threats, folks. We can't afford to wait and see what happens next. We need to be proactive, and we need to be prepared. So, let's get to it. It's time to go on red alert.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta