Feb 25 2025 2 mins
This is your Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege podcast.
Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the latest Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks, because it's been a wild ride.
Just a few days ago, on February 20, 2025, US officials uncovered a sophisticated cyberattack on the US Treasury Department, courtesy of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This isn't the first time the CCP has targeted US critical infrastructure, but it's definitely one of the most brazen attempts.
According to Anne Neuberger, the US Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technologies, the attack was carried out by a Chinese state-backed hacker group known as Salt Typhoon. These guys are pros, and they've been busy breaching US telecommunications networks and providers, giving the Chinese government "broad and full" access to Americans' data.
But that's not all - the CCP has also been targeting US critical infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and transportation systems. Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA), says these hacks are like a "weapons test" in cyber terms, designed to disrupt US military supply lines and hinder an effective response in case of a potential conflict over Taiwan.
Now, you might be wondering how the US is fighting back. Well, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is on the case, working with industry partners to detect and eradicate Chinese intrusions into critical infrastructure. CISA's approach is all about partnership and resilience, and they're leading three lines of effort to address these threats and reduce risks to the American people.
But here's the thing - the CCP is relentless, and they're not going to stop anytime soon. As David Sedney, former deputy assistant secretary of defense, says, "It looks as if things are going to get much worse before they get any better." So, what can we do? For starters, we need to stay vigilant and keep our defenses up. We also need to work together - government, industry, and individuals - to counter these threats and protect our critical infrastructure.
That's the latest from the front lines of the cyber war, folks. Stay safe, and stay tuned.
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Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the latest Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks, because it's been a wild ride.
Just a few days ago, on February 20, 2025, US officials uncovered a sophisticated cyberattack on the US Treasury Department, courtesy of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This isn't the first time the CCP has targeted US critical infrastructure, but it's definitely one of the most brazen attempts.
According to Anne Neuberger, the US Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technologies, the attack was carried out by a Chinese state-backed hacker group known as Salt Typhoon. These guys are pros, and they've been busy breaching US telecommunications networks and providers, giving the Chinese government "broad and full" access to Americans' data.
But that's not all - the CCP has also been targeting US critical infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and transportation systems. Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA), says these hacks are like a "weapons test" in cyber terms, designed to disrupt US military supply lines and hinder an effective response in case of a potential conflict over Taiwan.
Now, you might be wondering how the US is fighting back. Well, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is on the case, working with industry partners to detect and eradicate Chinese intrusions into critical infrastructure. CISA's approach is all about partnership and resilience, and they're leading three lines of effort to address these threats and reduce risks to the American people.
But here's the thing - the CCP is relentless, and they're not going to stop anytime soon. As David Sedney, former deputy assistant secretary of defense, says, "It looks as if things are going to get much worse before they get any better." So, what can we do? For starters, we need to stay vigilant and keep our defenses up. We also need to work together - government, industry, and individuals - to counter these threats and protect our critical infrastructure.
That's the latest from the front lines of the cyber war, folks. Stay safe, and stay tuned.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta