Risky Bulletin Risky Bulletin: China with the accusations again
Aug 4, 2025
China is back in the spotlight, alleging new cyberattacks by the US. Meanwhile, a staggering $14.5 billion crypto hack from five years ago has finally come to light. The US National Cyber Director is appointed amidst this chaos. Lovense is contemplating legal measures over a serious security flaw issue. From biotech settlements to vulnerabilities in Linux, the global cybersecurity landscape is as complex as ever.
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China Accuses US of Cyberattack
- China accused US intelligence of using a Microsoft Exchange Zero Day to hack a major military contractor in 2022.
- The hackers spent a year inside, stealing sensitive military data as Beijing demands answers.
US Cyber Leadership Gaps Persist
- The US Senate appointed Sean Cancross as National Cyber Director to advise the president on cybersecurity.
- Yet top roles for CISA, NSA, and US Cyber Command remain unfilled, risking coordination gaps.
Singapore Avoids Hack Attribution
- Singapore refrains from attributing a critical infrastructure hack to protect its interests.
- The attack linked to group UNC-3886, previously described as having a China nexus.