China’s Salt Typhoon: The Global Cyberstorm Wreaking Havoc
Salt Typhoon gang’s reach extends beyond American telcos, deploying backdoors like the new GhostSpider malware. Trend Micro reveals they’ve targeted over 20 global organizations, including tech and government sectors, since 2023. Despite lacking definitive links, their tactics resemble Beijing’s cyber crew.
Hot Take:
Looks like Salt Typhoon isn’t just bringing the rain, they’re bringing a storm! These cyber pirates are navigating more than just American telco waters, leaving a trail of digital devastation across industries worldwide. With a name like GhostSpider, their malware sounds more like a Marvel villain than a cybersecurity threat. Who knew being a cyber sleuth could involve so much international intrigue?
Key Points:
- Salt Typhoon, also known as Earth Estries, has extended its reach beyond American telecommunications, affecting over 20 global organizations since 2023.
- Targeted sectors include technology, consulting, chemical, transportation, government, and NGOs across various countries.
- Salt Typhoon is considered one of the most aggressive Chinese APT groups, utilizing advanced backdoors like GhostSpider.
- The group’s attacks often exploit well-known vulnerabilities and employ “living-off-the-land” techniques to avoid detection.
- Trend Micro researchers are yet to definitively link recent US telco attacks to Salt Typhoon, despite similar tactics observed.
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