Intelligence Squared The Cyber Weapons Arms Race, with Nicole Perlroth and Josh Glancy
Mar 2, 2021
Nicole Perlroth, a prominent cybersecurity reporter for The New York Times and author of "This Is How They Tell Me The World Ends," joins Josh Glancy for an intense discussion on the cyber weapons arms race. They dive into the world of zero-day exploits, revealing how the U.S. hoarded these powerful hacking tools. The conversation highlights key cyber threats, from the SolarWinds hack to the delicate balance between national security and personal privacy, while urging a reevaluation of our approach to cybersecurity in the face of escalating attacks.
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NYT Hack
- Nicole Perlroth witnessed Chinese hackers infiltrate the New York Times.
- She observed their activities, describing them as the "Beijing summer intern."
Cyber Superpower Vulnerability
- The US is the most sophisticated cyber superpower but its lead is shrinking.
- The US, being highly digitized, is also the most vulnerable to cyberattacks.
Oldsmar Water Treatment Facility Hack
- Hackers increased lye levels in a Florida water treatment facility.
- An engineer's attentiveness prevented potential harm.
