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Cyber Security Byte: Saturday, January 4th, 2025
💰 The Treasury was what?
As the holiday decorations come down and January routines take shape, some unwelcome guests are sticking around: state-sponsored hackers. 😨
We’re unpacking a major breach at the U.S. Treasury Department, where Chinese state-sponsored hackers exploited BeyondTrust, a third-party service, using a stolen digital key. 🔑
With echoes of the Salt Typhoon 🧂 campaign, this attack casts a light on the dangers of trusted relationships and the vulnerabilities they expose. From financial stability to national security, the implications are a wake-up call for both government and industry leaders.
Grab yourself a coffee ☕, and let’s dive in.
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