CyberWire Daily Hacking the bureau.
Jan 17, 2025
Maria Tranquilli, Executive Director at Common Mission Project, discusses the influential Hacking for Defense initiative that engages university students in addressing national security challenges. She highlights the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity, especially in light of recent breaches affecting FBI agents and threats from hostile entities like North Korea. Tranquilli also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between academia and government for future workforce development and innovation in defense.
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FBI Data Breach
- Hackers stole FBI call and text logs from AT&T in 2022, potentially exposing informants.
- This breach, part of a larger campaign, raises concerns about third-party data security.
North Korean IT Scheme
- North Korea uses fake IT workers to generate illicit funds, highlighting a new cybersecurity threat.
- These operatives secure jobs in Western countries, funneling earnings back to the regime.
Star Blizzard Targets WhatsApp
- Russian hacking group Star Blizzard targeted Ukrainian nonprofits' WhatsApp accounts.
- This marks their first WhatsApp campaign, demonstrating adaptability despite recent disruptions.