Title: Salt Typhoon Targets Cisco Devices in Global Cyber Campaign In a significant cybersecurity incident, the advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Salt Typhoon has compromised over a thousand Cisco devices across a network of telecommunications companies, internet service providers (ISPs), and academic institutions. This widespread attack poses serious…
Critical Infrastructure Security, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Chinese Hackers Target Unpatched Microsoft, Sophos, Fortinet, and Ivanti Products Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • January 24, 2025 Image: Shutterstock In a significant breach, Chinese state-sponsored hackers have been exploiting vulnerabilities in the telecommunications networks of the U.S. and…
A recent lawsuit has been filed against T-Mobile, alleging that the telecommunications giant has failed to rectify ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities that contributed to a substantial data breach affecting millions of Americans. The action, initiated by the Office of the Attorney General in Washington State, claims that T-Mobile violated the state’s…
Washington Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against T-Mobile Over 2021 Data Breach The state of Washington has taken significant legal action against T-Mobile, filing a lawsuit in response to a substantial data breach that occurred in 2021. This breach has raised serious concerns regarding the protection of consumer data and the…
The Wall Street Journal has reported that Charter Communications, Consolidated Communications, and Windstream have joined the expanding list of U.S. telecommunications companies targeted by Chinese state-sponsored hackers as part of the Salt Typhoon cyber campaign. This development underscores the continued vulnerability of critical infrastructure in the face of foreign espionage…
Washington Attorney General Sues T-Mobile Over Data Breach Affecting Over Two Million Residents The Washington State Attorney General has initiated legal action against T-Mobile, citing a significant data breach that has affected more than two million residents. This breach, which may expose sensitive user information, has raised considerable concerns regarding…
Surge in Cyber Attacks Highlight Vulnerabilities Across Industries in 2024 In 2024, a notable uptick in sophisticated cyber attacks has emerged, impacting crucial sectors such as healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and governmental services. Noteworthy incidents involve severe ransomware and supply chain attacks, revealing critical vulnerabilities that businesses and institutions must address…
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…
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…
