The Daily Reacting to Chinese Cyberattacks
Jul 21, 2021
In this discussion, David E. Sanger, a White House correspondent for The New York Times and an expert on cybersecurity, dives into the complexities of U.S.-China cyber relations. He examines the bold Chinese hacking of Microsoft and the resulting global condemnation. Sanger highlights the U.S. approach to cyber threats, contrasting responses to Russia and China. He also delves into the implications of economic sanctions, the digital cold war parallels, and the evolving nature of cyber warfare, revealing just how intricate and challenging these international dynamics are.
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Microsoft Exchange Hack
- The Biden administration condemned a Chinese cyberattack on Microsoft Exchange servers.
- This attack impacted 30,000 U.S. entities, including universities and defense contractors.
Brazen Attack
- The Chinese cyberattack was considered brazen and bold due to its indiscriminate nature.
- Unlike previous targeted attacks, this one exploited a vulnerability in Microsoft software to access many systems.
NATO's First Cyber Condemnation
- Shockingly, the condemnation of the Chinese cyberattack marked the first time NATO addressed such an issue.
- This highlights how the Western alliance has been slow to adapt to modern cyber threats.