Tech Policy Podcast 396: The Cybersecurity Crisis
Feb 3, 2025
Maggie Miller, a cybersecurity reporter at Politico renowned for her expertise on Chinese cyber warfare, dives into the alarming cyber activities of the Chinese Communist Party. She sheds light on Salt Typhoon, a hacking group linked to China, and discusses the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures. The conversation covers the firing of the Cyber Safety Review Board and its implications, along with the intricate dynamics of U.S.-China cybersecurity tensions, highlighting the delicate balance of espionage and countermeasures.
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CCP Cyberwarfare
- The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has infiltrated various US sectors like telecoms, ports, utilities, and government offices.
- They are stealing classified data, accessing officials' communications, and potentially sabotaging critical infrastructure.
Salt Typhoon
- Salt Typhoon, a Chinese hacking group, has gained access to US telecommunications systems, targeting top government officials.
- This raises serious concerns about the security of US communications and the privacy of Americans' data.
FISA Vulnerability
- Ironically, the CCP exploited the FISA system's backdoors, the same system the FBI uses for surveillance.
- This raises questions about the security and potential vulnerabilities of the FISA system itself.