What is Salt Typhoon? Everything you need to know about 'the worst telecom hack in [U.S.] history'
Though commonly referred to as Salt Typhoon, the group has also been dubbed GhostEmperor, FamousSparrow, Earth Estries, and UNC2286. The name "Salt Typhoon" was given to it by Microsoft, which uses "Typhoon" to label all nation-state threat actors from China.
Senators say US must boost security after Chinese Salt Typhoon telecom hacking
The United States must do more to address hacking threats after China's alleged efforts known as Salt Typhoon to infiltrate American telecommunications companies and steal data about U.S. calls, senators said at a hearing Wednesday.
Salt Typhoon hack – US Senator presents new bill to beef up telecoms' security
The Secure American Communications Act aims to beef up US telecoms' network security against unauthorized access.
What is Salt Typhoon? A security expert explains the Chinese hackers and their attack on US telecommunications networks
Chinese hackers are alleged to have broken into US phone networks, giving Chinese intelligence services a window onto specific Americans’ phone and messaging activity.
US agencies to brief House on Chinese Salt Typhoon telecom hacking
U.S. government agencies will hold a classified briefing for the House of Representatives on Tuesday on China's alleged efforts known as Salt Typhoon to infiltrate American telecommunications companies and steal data about U.
Wyden proposes bill to secure US telecoms after Salt Typhoon hacks
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon announced a new bill to secure the networks of American telecommunications companies breached by Salt Typhoon Chinese state hackers earlier this year.
Salt Typhoon: China’s Attack on US Telecommunications Networks
It’s been called the “worst telecom hack” in U.S. history – and the United States wasn’t Salt Typhoon’s only target.
Concerns grow over ‘Salt Typhoon’ telecom hacking group
There is growing concern about the size and scope of the reported Chinese hacking into U.S. telecommunications networks.
Chinese hackers target US telecoms: What you need to know to protect your data
Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson discusses how Chinese cyber espionage targets U.S. telecoms to steal Americans' information.
US Senator announces new bill to secure telecom companies in wake of Chinese hacks
U.S. Democratic Senator Ron Wyden announced a new draft bill with the goal of securing American telephone networks and Americans’ communications in response to the massive hack of telecom providers allegedly done by Chinese government hackers.
How to Protect Yourself From the Salt Typhoon Hack, No Matter What the FBI Says
The FBI is still touting the debunked idea that its agents could access communications without opening a door to foreign hackers.
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Salt Typhoon poses a serious supply chain risk to most organizations
The Salt Typhoon intrusion gives China a chance to exfiltrate massive amounts of data from most organizations, especially ...
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The Salt Typhoon telecom hack targeted senior American political figures, the White House says
The Salt Typhoon hack is one of the largest attacks on US telecommunications ever, officials say. The yearslong attack ...
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US ‘Flips’ to Support Encryption Following China’s ‘Salt Typhoon’ Cyberattack
Privacy advocates hailed a “watershed moment” as the FBI and CISA urged Americans to use encrypted messaging apps in the wake ...
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Salt Typhoon cyber attack escalation sees Americans warned by SMS
Chinese hackers Salt Typhoon have coordinated a devastating attack on American telcos with hundreds of thousands impacted.
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Will Cyber Insurance Cover Losses and Costs Related to the Salt Typhoon Campaign?
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