January 30, 2024
Digital Typhoon
Carlos Velazquez
I'm not sure why in a cyberwarfare environment the government needs legal authorization to counter and defend from cyber attacks.
"Volt Typhoon (hacking group) has functioned by taking control of swaths of vulnerable digital devices around the world - such as routers, modems, and even internet-connected security cameras - to hide later, downstream attacks into more sensitive targets, security researchers told Reuters. This constellation of remotely controlled systems, known as a botnet, are of primary concern to security officials because they limit the visibility of cyber defenders that monitor for foreign footprints in their computer networks. "How it works is the Chinese are taking control of a camera or modem that is positioned geographically right next to a port or ISP (internet service provider) and then using that destination to route their intrusions into the real target," said a former official familiar with the matter. "To the IT team at the downstream target it just looks like a normal, native user that's sitting nearby." "
Exclusive: US disabled Chinese hacking network targeting critical infrastructure
reuters.com
I'm not sure why in a cyberwarfare environment the government needs legal authorization to counter and defend from cyber attacks.
"Volt Typhoon (hacking group) has functioned by taking control of swaths of vulnerable digital devices around the world - such as routers, modems, and even internet-connected security cameras - to hide later, downstream attacks into more sensitive targets, security researchers told Reuters. This constellation of remotely controlled systems, known as a botnet, are of primary concern to security officials because they limit the visibility of cyber defenders that monitor for foreign footprints in their computer networks. "How it works is the Chinese are taking control of a camera or modem that is positioned geographically right next to a port or ISP (internet service provider) and then using that destination to route their intrusions into the real target," said a former official familiar with the matter. "To the IT team at the downstream target it just looks like a normal, native user that's sitting nearby." "
Exclusive: US disabled Chinese hacking network targeting critical infrastructure
reuters.com
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Posted by: Mike Rooney at March 11, 2024 05:56 AM (NHUim)
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Carlos, your point about cyberwarfare authorization is spot on. The complexities of cyber attacks, like those from the Volt Typhoon group, make it crucial for governments to have robust legal frameworks in place. Did you know that a well-timed press release can be vital in informing the public and stakeholders about cybersecurity measures? Utilizing high-quality press release distribution services ensures that crucial information reaches the right audience efficiently.
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