Consider This from NPR The Story Behind The SolarWinds Cyberattack
Apr 23, 2021
Dina Temple-Raston, NPR's investigative correspondent known for her in-depth research, dives into the SolarWinds cyberattack orchestrated by Russian hackers. She reveals how a routine software update became a Trojan horse for infiltrating top U.S. agencies and major corporations. The discussion highlights the sophisticated backdoor techniques used, the extensive planning behind the attack, and the critical need for enhanced cybersecurity practices. Temple-Raston shares insights from her months of investigation, shedding light on a breach that shook national security.
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FireEye's Discovery
- FireEye CEO Kevin Mandia discovered a security breach after noticing a two-factor authentication code sent to an unregistered phone.
- This discovery led to the uncovering of the SolarWinds hack, a major cyber espionage operation.
SolarWinds Hack
- The SolarWinds hack, a cyber espionage campaign, compromised major companies and government agencies through a routine software update.
- The hackers operated undetected for nearly a year, targeting sensitive networks.
SolarWinds Response
- SolarWinds' security head, Tim Brown, received a detailed report from FireEye revealing the malicious code in their software update.
- They brought in Adam Myers from CrowdStrike, who recognized the attack as nation-state sponsored.