Rogers Communications Caught in Chinese Hacking Storm: Salt Typhoon Strikes Again!

Rogers Communications, Canada’s telecom titan, found itself tangled in Salt Typhoon’s web—a Chinese hacking group with a penchant for infiltrating global communications. While the group’s intentions remain murky, Rogers assured that they’re partnering with authorities to tackle potential threats. Talk about a stormy relationship in the world of telecom espionage!

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Hot Take:

Looks like Rogers Communications has become the latest unwilling participant in a game of international cybersecurity “Capture the Flag”! With Salt Typhoon storming through telecom networks like a storm chaser on a mission, it’s time to batten down the hatches and start patching those routers, folks! Remember, it’s not just your data at stake—it’s a global game of cyberspy chess, and everyone’s a pawn!

Key Points:

  • Rogers Communications has been identified as a victim of the Chinese hacking group Salt Typhoon.
  • The hacking campaign likely started two to three years ago and has rapidly expanded.
  • Rogers is Canada’s top wireless provider, serving over 20 million subscribers.
  • A 2023 vulnerability in Cisco routers was exploited by Salt Typhoon.
  • The hacking group has targeted telecom firms globally, including in the U.S., U.K., and South Africa.

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