US Government officials urged to lock down devices amid telecoms breach
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John Harrison
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a crucial advisory for US government officials to secure their mobile devices amidst reports of foreign actors infiltrating American telecom networks. The group responsible for the attack, Salt Typhoon, remains a persistent threat within these networks.
CISA directed targeted individuals in senior government and political roles to implement robust security measures promptly. A comprehensive guide was provided, emphasizing the use of end-to-end encryption, password managers, and “Lockdown mode” on iPhones to limit potential vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit. The agency highlighted the risks of interception and manipulation of communications, urging vigilance as breaches in US communications systems can lead to severe disruptions and data compromise.
High-profile networks like Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies were identified as having threat actors present in their systems, heightening concerns over the extensive impact of these security breaches. Notably, this heightened focus on cybersecurity comes following recent incidents targeting governmental and political entities, including attempts to compromise the US presidential election. For more information, visit The Record.
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