Cyber Security Headlines FCC to torch Salt Typhoon rules, Group claims Danish party website hits, MI5 warns Chinese spies are on LinkedIn
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Nov 19, 2025 The FCC plans to scrap telecom security mandates from the Salt Typhoon initiative, favoring a voluntary approach. A group has launched DDoS attacks on Danish party websites just before elections, highlighting a rise in cyber nuisance. MI5 warns of Chinese spies using LinkedIn to target UK officials. New findings reveal malicious NPM packages redirecting users to crypto scams, and a sneaky 2FA phishing kit employs BitBee pop-ups to evade detection. Emergency patches have been released for two serious Chrome vulnerabilities.
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FCC Moving From Mandates To Voluntary Guidance
- The FCC plans to remove Salt Typhoon-era telecom security mandates like MFA and patching requirements.
- The agency favors voluntary collaboration with industry and federal partners over prescriptive rules.
Danish Party Websites Hit Before Elections
- Pro-Russian group No Name 05716 briefly knocked several Danish political sites offline before local elections.
- Officials said voting was unaffected because ballots are still counted by hand.
MI5 Flags LinkedIn As Recruitment Channel
- MI5 warns Chinese operatives use LinkedIn, headhunters, and front firms to approach UK policymakers and experts.
- Targets include economists, think tank staff, and government officials, tied to China's Ministry of State Security activity.