Chinese Hackers Breach Nine U.S. Telecom Firms in Major Espionage Campaign
The Salt Typhoon hacking group accessed sensitive communications and geolocation data, prompting calls for stricter cybersecurity regulations in the U.S.
- A ninth U.S. telecom company has been identified as a victim of the Chinese-linked hacking group Salt Typhoon, which has been active since at least 2019.
- The hackers targeted government officials and political figures, gaining access to sensitive data, including call records, geolocation, and private communications.
- Federal officials, including Deputy National Security Adviser Anne Neuberger, emphasize the inadequacy of voluntary cybersecurity practices and push for mandatory regulations.
- The Federal Communications Commission is set to vote on new cybersecurity rules for telecom providers by January 15, aiming to strengthen defenses against future attacks.
- The Biden administration has also proposed stricter healthcare data protections and guidance for telecom companies to detect and mitigate cyber threats.
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