
Ep 48: Operation Socialist
Darknet Diaries
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Cyber Intrusion at Belgicom
This chapter details a sophisticated malware attack on Belgicom, revealing it as an Advanced Persistent Threat tied to a possible nation-state actor. The Belgicom cybersecurity team undertakes a clandestine cleanup operation, collaborating with law enforcement to restore their systems while maintaining secrecy. The narrative intertwines with the Edward Snowden revelations and the ethical implications of government surveillance on private companies, highlighting the vulnerabilities of telecom firms in the face of high-level cyber threats.
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