Topic: Salt Typhoon

3 chapters across the catalog

Sideshow Bob
Episode 1727 1:52:57 - 1:58:02

1727: Sideshow Bob

Chinese Cyber Espionage, Salt Volt and Flax Typhoon

The U.S. announced sanctions against China's Integrity Technology Group for its links to the "Flax Typhoon" hacking group. This group allegedly targeted the U.S. Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and Janet Yellen's office. Experts warn that these "Typhoon" groups are pre-positioning themselves to disrupt critical U.S. infrastructure in the event of a military conflict.

Artificial Indian
Episode 1725 2:37:36 - 2:40:17

1725: Artificial Indian

Salt Typhoon Hack, Chinese Telecom Infiltration

The "Salt Typhoon" hacking campaign, linked to Chinese state actors, has reportedly infiltrated major U.S. telecommunications networks to intercept phone calls and text messages. Victims of the breach include high-profile political figures such as Donald Trump, J.D. Vance, and Kamala Harris. Lawmakers are calling for the removal of all Chinese-linked hardware from critical American infrastructure to prevent further espionage.

On The Fritz
Episode 1718 2:32:47 - 2:36:29

1718: On The Fritz

Salt Typhoon Cyber Hack and Encryption Warnings

Federal officials revealed that a Chinese hacking group known as "Salt Typhoon" compromised multiple U.S. telecommunications companies, including Verizon and AT&T. The hackers reportedly penetrated wiretap systems used by the Justice Department and stole records from political campaigns. In response, the FBI and cybersecurity agencies are urging Americans to use encrypted messaging apps like Signal and WhatsApp, though some skeptics believe these platforms are also compromised.