As the new year unfolds, the persistent threats from hacks, scams, and malicious individuals online continue to pose significant risks. Just before the transition into the new year, the United States Treasury Department reported a notable breach attributed to an unidentified Advanced Persistent Threat group suspected of ties to the…
In 2024, significant events in the realm of cybersecurity have underscored the growing threats businesses face in the digital age. A series of notable cyberattacks, data breaches, the emergence of new threat groups, and the exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities have attracted attention from cybersecurity professionals and business owners alike. One…
In a concerning development for cybersecurity in 2024, Jake Williams, Vice President of Research and Development at Hunter Strategy and a former NSA hacker, expressed disbelief at the emergence of command injection vulnerabilities in secure remote access products, particularly those used by the U.S. government. These vulnerabilities, he notes, are…
A significant cyber incident involving the United States Department of the Treasury has come to light, involving an alleged breach by hackers linked to a Chinese Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group. This attack, confirmed by the Treasury in an official statement issued on December 30, 2024, raises serious concerns regarding…
Recent reports confirm that telecommunications giants AT&T and Verizon have been breached as part of a significant espionage operation attributed to Chinese hackers. Both companies reassured that the intruders have now been expelled from their networks, following extensive remediation efforts. The Chief Legal Officer of Verizon stated that there has…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Chinese Hackers Maintain Extensive Access to U.S. Telecommunications Systems Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 27, 2024 Negligent cybersecurity practices provided entry points for Salt Typhoon hackers targeting U.S. telecom networks. (Image: Shutterstock) U.S. officials have confirmed that a ninth…
The Breach Chronicles of 2024: An Analysis of Unlearned Lessons In 2024, the inadequacies of digital security were laid bare as numerous high-profile breaches unfolded across various sectors. Despite years of experience with cybersecurity incidents and an increased awareness of potential threats, organizations repeatedly faltered, leaving millions at risk. This…
In 2024, a notable increase in cyberattacks targeting U.S. critical infrastructure has been observed, particularly focusing on network devices and software-as-a-service (SaaS) systems. This surge reflects a concerning trend where threat actors exploit vulnerabilities to compromise essential services, thus heightening security risks for businesses and government entities alike. Among the…
CISA Issues Guidance Following Salt Typhoon Cyber Attacks on Telecommunications The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released a series of recommendations aimed at bolstering defenses against cyber attacks linked to the Salt Typhoon threat group, which is believed to have infiltrated major global telecommunications providers earlier this year.…
