The Lawfare Podcast
A Conversation with Bryan Vorndran, Assistant Director of the FBI Cyber Division
Dec 19, 2023
Bryan Vorndran, Assistant Director of the FBI's Cyber Division, discusses the FBI's cyber challenges, relationships with other agencies and the private sector, and challenges posed by China. They touch on the difficulties in obtaining cyber threat intelligence, the role of the FBI's Cyber Division, and the Biden administration's executive order on cybersecurity. They also explore collaboration among government agencies, guidelines for engaging with the FBI in cybercrime cases, and topics like high altitude balloons and query standards within the FBI.
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- China poses significant cyber threats to the US through state-sponsored espionage, market exploitation, and potential aggressive cyber operations against critical infrastructure.
- Establishing relationships with law enforcement agencies like the FBI before cybersecurity incidents enables effective communication, information sharing, and guidance on incident response.
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China poses significant cyber threat to the US
China remains the most active and persistent state-sponsored cyber espionage threat to the US. Chinese actors target various industries, exploiting known vulnerabilities as well as using sophisticated zero-day attacks. The Chinese government also utilizes its market access to force compliance and technology transfer, posing risks to foreign companies. In the event of a major conflict, China may conduct aggressive cyber operations against US critical infrastructure. It is essential for businesses to prioritize cybersecurity fundamentals and engage with law enforcement agencies to mitigate the threat.
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