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Cyber Espionage and Political Targets: Why Your Communications Must Be Encrypted
Recent reports have revealed yet another alarming cyberattack allegedly conducted by Chinese state-sponsored hackers. This time, the attackers targeted phone calls and communications belonging to very senior political figures, according to a U.S. official cited by Reuters. This escalation of cyber threats demonstrates how high-value individuals are increasingly in the crosshairs of sophisticated nation-state actors,…
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Active and Passive Network Monitoring in OT Environments
Operational Technology (OT) environments are the backbone of industrial systems, encompassing everything from manufacturing plants to energy grids. Monitoring these environments is critical for maintaining security, reliability, and operational efficiency. Two common approaches for network monitoring in OT environments are active monitoring and passive monitoring. Both methods have their merits and challenges, and selecting the…
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Why Encryption Apps Are Crucial: Lessons from the ‘Salt Typhoon’ Cyberattack
Recent revelations about the massive “Salt Typhoon” cyberattack, allegedly orchestrated by China, underscore the growing importance of securing our digital communications. According to reports from NBC News and The Wall Street Journal, the breach targeted customers of major U.S. telecommunications providers, including Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies. The scope of the attack is so vast…