Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege

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Call me Ting, your resident China cyber sleuth—equal parts firewall breaker and digital detective. Let’s turbo right into the story: Welcome to this week’s episode of Dragon’s Code: America Under Cyber Siege.

The past few days have been a masterclass in high-stakes digital warfare. Picture this: sophisticated, state-backed Chinese actors—with Volt Typhoon leading the charge—targeting US critical infrastructure with surgical precision. Their attack methodologies? Not your grandfather’s malware. We’re talking zero-day exploits, living-off-the-land tactics, and stealthy lateral movement that evade most...

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Name’s Ting—your favorite China cyber sleuth, with a dash of panache. Let’s skip the small talk and jack in, because this week in cyberspace has been wilder than Shanghai’s Bund during Golden Week. We’re calling it: Dragon’s Code—America Under Cyber Siege.

Right at the top of the charts, we have the Volt Typhoon crew. This Chinese state-sponsored group doesn’t just knock on the digital doors—they stroll right in, thanks to zero-day exploits and living-off-the-land tactics. Their latest campaign? Direct h...

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*Hey, hackers and defenders! Ting here with your cyber intel rundown. Today's episode: "Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege." Let's dive into this week's Chinese cyber operations!*

The cybersecurity community is buzzing after bombshell revelations that China has admitted to conducting the notorious Volt Typhoon attacks against US critical infrastructure. According to a Wall Street Journal report released April 11th, Chinese officials made this stunning admission during a secret meeting in Geneva last December with the outgoing Biden administration. The admission, though described as "indirect and...

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Okay, so buckle up—because these last few days in cyberland have been nothing short of a digital thriller. I’m Ting, your guide through “Dragon’s Code: America Under Cyber Siege.” Let’s cut straight to the code.

Over the past week, the US has been grappling with sophisticated Chinese cyber operations, specifically the infamous Volt Typhoon and its partner in crime, Salt Typhoon. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill hacktivists; think of them as the Ocean’s Eleven of cyber espionage, but with a distinctly Beijing accent.<...

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Name’s Ting, and if you’ve spent the past week anywhere near a firewall—or the news—you know America’s digital battlements have been tested hard. I’ve been tracking the latest round of Chinese cyber operations, and trust me, the phrase “Dragon’s Code: America Under Cyber Siege” has never felt more literal.

It all kicked off with fresh reports that Chinese actors, specifically those linked to the notorious Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon groups, went after US infrastructure: power grids, water systems, and ports. Think t...

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Hi, I’m Ting—your go-to cyber sleuth with a fondness for dumplings and digital drama. Let’s jump right into the cyber whirlwind that’s swept America this week, with the Dragon’s Code flashing red: China’s most sophisticated cyber operators have been aggressively targeting US critical infrastructure. Here’s how the saga unfolded.

First, the tech grapevine (and some very stressed CISOs) buzzed after a fresh, coordinated wave of cyberattacks hit US energy and telecom sectors. The main suspect? Volt Typhoon, China’s notorious state...

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You’d think a Tuesday afternoon would be calm, but nope—it’s chaos. Hi, I’m Ting, your cyber-savvy narrator, and let me tell you about the whirlwind week America’s been having under what I call *Dragon’s Code: America Under Cyber Siege*. Spoiler alert: it’s all about China and some seriously jaw-dropping cyber antics.

So, here’s the big scoop: China has apparently turned its cyber weapons into a full-blown orchestra, and the star violins? Cyber campaigns like *Volt Typhoon*. Picture this: sophisticated, s...

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You know, when it comes to cyber warfare, some days feel more like riding a rollercoaster designed by hackers. This week? Absolute chaos. Let me walk you through it.

First, the big headline: **China finally admitted to launching cyberattacks against U.S. infrastructure**. And no, they didn’t just confess at the UN podium; this was behind closed doors during a December meeting in Geneva. The Chinese delegation, headed by Wang Lei, implied the attacks—specifically the notorious "Volt Typhoon" campaign—were retaliation for U.S. milita...

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Here we go—just another riveting day in the world of cybersecurity, or as I like to put it, in the arena of "Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege." I’m Ting, your expert in all things China, hacking, and cyber shenanigans, and believe me, this past week has been nothing short of breathtaking in the worst possible way.

Let’s start with the showstopper: *Volt Typhoon* and *Salt Typhoon*. These Chinese state-sponsored hacker collectives have been busy embedding themselves in U.S. critical infrastructure like a part...

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Well folks, it’s been quite a week in the world of cyber warfare—and let me tell you, the headlines aren’t just clickbait. I’m Ting, your guide through the labyrinth of zero-days, state-sponsored hackers, and critical infrastructure scares. Brace yourself as I dive into the gritty details of China’s digital offensive against America’s backbone systems. Yes, the dragon is breathing cyber fire.

Let’s start with the game-changer: Salt Typhoon, an advanced persistent threat group tied to China’s Ministry of State Security...

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Name’s Ting, your friendly guide to the wild world of cyber skulduggery, and this week has been a doozy. Let’s dive right into the intricate web of bytes and breaches that’s left America’s critical systems shaking under the relentless digital siege of Chinese state-backed hackers.

Salt Typhoon. Heard of it? If not, buckle up. This Chinese state-sponsored cyber collective has been making headlines, infiltrating nine U.S. telecom companies, including giants like AT&T and Verizon. Using vulnerabilities in Cisco routers—classic supply cha...

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Whew, this past week has been a whirlwind in the cyber frontlines, let me tell you. Ting here, your go-to geek for decoding the digital kung fu between China and America, and boy, has it been action-packed!

First, let’s kick off with Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon—sounds cool, right? Well, not so much if you’re running America’s critical infrastructure. These Chinese state-sponsored cyber groups have been slithering through our telecom networks and power grids like digital ninjas. The Office of the Director of Natio...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your go-to gal for all things China, hacking, and digital mayhem. Buckle up, because the past week has been a wild ride in the world of state-sponsored cyber shenanigans.

So, picture this: It's April Fools' Day 2025, but the joke's on us as China's elite hacking groups have been working overtime. The notorious Salt Typhoon crew, those masters of digital espionage, have been busy bees in our telecom honey pot. They've managed to slip into our networks like ninjas in the...

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Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China-cyber-hacking expert. Buckle up, because we're about to dive into the latest digital drama that's got Uncle Sam's circuits in a twist.

So, picture this: It's March 2025, and while most of us were busy arguing about whether AI-generated memes are actually funny, China's cyber ninjas were pulling off some seriously impressive hacks. Let's break it down, shall we?

First up, we've got the Silk Typhoon crew. These guys aren't your average script kiddies - they're...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your go-to gal for all things China, cyber, and hacking. Buckle up, because we're about to dive into the digital dragon's den of the past week. It's 2025, and boy, has it been a wild ride!

So, picture this: You're sipping your morning coffee, scrolling through your newsfeed, when BAM! The headlines hit you like a DDoS attack. Chinese hackers have been busy bees, and Uncle Sam's infrastructure is feeling the sting.

Let's start with the juiciest bit...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your go-to gal for all things China, cyber, and hacking. Buckle up, because this week has been a wild ride in the world of digital espionage!

Let's dive right into the juiciest bit of news: the Salt Typhoon saga. These crafty Chinese hackers have been causing quite a stir, infiltrating no less than nine U.S. telecom operators. Talk about overachievers! They've been lurking in our systems for a good two years, and guess what? They're still hanging around like...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China and hacking expert. Buckle up, because we're diving into the wild world of Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. It's been a crazy week in 2025, and I've got the inside scoop on the latest Chinese cyber shenanigans targeting U.S. infrastructure.

Let's start with the big kahuna: Operation Silk Thunder. The notorious hacking group Volt Typhoon, linked to China's Ministry of State Security, unleashed a devastating attack on America's power grid. Using a sophisticated AI-powered worm...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China-hacking expert. Buckle up, because this week has been a wild ride in the world of digital espionage.

So, remember those pesky Salt Typhoon hackers who've been giving Uncle Sam headaches? Well, they've been busy little bees. Our pals at the NSA just confirmed that Salt Typhoon managed to slither their way into the systems of three major U.S. telecom providers. We're talking AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile levels of big. Their method? A nifty little...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China and hacking expert. Buckle up, because this week has been a wild ride in the world of digital espionage.

So, picture this: It's March 15, 2025, and the U.S. is still reeling from the latest wave of sophisticated Chinese cyber attacks. The Department of Homeland Security just dropped a bombshell, warning that tens of thousands of Chinese-made internet cameras are currently deployed across critical infrastructure networks. Talk about a security nightmare!

These cameras, lacking encryption...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China and hacking expert. Buckle up, because we're diving into the wild world of Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. It's been a crazy week in the digital trenches, and I've got the inside scoop on the latest Chinese cyber shenanigans targeting U.S. infrastructure.

So, picture this: It's March 2025, and the Silk Typhoon hacking group, linked to China's Ministry of State Security, just pulled off their most audacious attack yet. They breached the U.S. Treasury...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China-and-hacking expert. Buckle up, because we're diving into the digital battleground of Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege.

So, this past week has been a doozy in the world of Chinese cyber ops targeting U.S. infrastructure. The big bad wolf of the week? None other than the notorious Volt Typhoon group. These guys have been busy bees, infiltrating our power grids faster than you can say "blackout." Their latest trick? A sophisticated spear-phishing campaign that had...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your go-to gal for all things China, hacking, and digital mayhem. Buckle up, because this week has been a wild ride in the world of cyber warfare, and I've got the inside scoop on the latest Dragon's Code saga.

So, picture this: It's March 2025, and China's cyber ninjas have been working overtime. The big story? A sophisticated attack on America's power grid, courtesy of the notorious APT41 group. These crafty hackers used a zero-day vulnerability in the SCADA systems of...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China and hacking expert. Buckle up, because we're diving into the wild world of Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. It's been a crazy week in the cybersecurity realm, and I've got the inside scoop on the latest Chinese cyber operations that have been giving Uncle Sam a major headache.

So, picture this: It's March 2025, and the U.S. government just dropped a bombshell. They've charged 12 Chinese nationals, including some government officials, for a massive hacking spree...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China and hacking expert. Buckle up, because we're diving into the digital trenches of the latest Chinese cyber onslaught against Uncle Sam's infrastructure. It's been a wild week, and I've got the scoop on all the juicy details.

So, picture this: It's March 4, 2025, and the US is still reeling from a series of sophisticated attacks that would make even Kevin Mitnick blush. The star of the show? None other than the notorious hacker group Volt Typhoon, backed...

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Hey there, cyber enthusiasts! Ting here, your friendly neighborhood China and hacking expert. Buckle up, because we're diving into the latest chapter of "Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege." It's been a wild week in the world of Chinese cyber operations, and I've got the inside scoop.

So, picture this: It's late February 2025, and the U.S. is under digital assault. The People's Republic of China has been busy, folks. Their latest target? None other than the U.S. Treasury Department. Talk about aiming high! The...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the latest Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks, because it's been a wild ride.

Just a few days ago, on February 20, 2025, US officials uncovered a sophisticated cyberattack on the US Treasury Department, courtesy of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This isn't the first time the CCP has targeted US critical infrastructure, but it's definitely one of the most brazen attempts.

According to Anne Neuberger, the US Deputy National...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's dive right into the latest on Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure.

Over the past few days, we've seen some of the most sophisticated attacks yet. Just last month, the US Treasury Department revealed that hackers linked to Beijing had infiltrated several user workstations, gaining access to unclassified documents[2]. This attack targeted the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Office of Financial Research, along with the office of Treasury Secretary...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and let's dive right into the thick of it. The past few days have been a whirlwind of cyberattacks, and I'm here to break down the most sophisticated Chinese operations targeting US infrastructure.

Just a few days ago, on February 11, 2025, the outgoing National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan issued a stern warning to Beijing, emphasizing that any physically destructive cyberattack on the US would face severe consequences. This came on the heels of a series of high-profile attacks by Chinese hackers against US...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's dive right in. Over the past few days, we've seen some of the most sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. The latest attack on the US Treasury Department by hackers linked to Beijing is a prime example. They infiltrated several user workstations, gaining access to unclassified documents, by breaching the security protocols of a third-party vendor[5].

The attack targeted the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Office of Financial...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's dive right in.

The past week has been a whirlwind of sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. The most recent attack that caught my attention was the breach of the US Treasury Department by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in early December. This wasn't just any ordinary hack; it was a strategic move to undermine the US's economic sanctions against Chinese companies[1].

The attack was attributed to the CCP-backed...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's dive right into the latest on Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure.

Over the past few days, we've seen some of the most sophisticated attacks yet. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been using hybrid tactics to undermine its strategic competitors, and the US is no exception. Just in early December, a state-sponsored cyberattack hit the US Treasury Department, specifically targeting the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Office of...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and let's dive right into the thick of it. The past few days have been a whirlwind of cyber chaos, with China at the helm. The latest escalation in Beijing's hybrid tactics has left U.S. critical infrastructure reeling. Let's break it down.

The recent state-sponsored cyberattack on the U.S. Treasury Department by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is a stark reminder of the escalating cyber threat. This attack, which occurred in early December, targeted the Office of Foreign Assets Control...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to dive into the latest on Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's get straight to it.

Over the past week, we've seen some of the most sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. The latest attack on the US Treasury Department by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in early December is a prime example. According to Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA), these hacks are designed to disrupt US military supply lines and...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on the latest Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks, because this is getting serious.

Just last week, the US Treasury Department was hit by a state-sponsored cyberattack courtesy of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This isn't just any ordinary hack; it's part of a broader strategy to undermine US strategic competitors and gather sensitive intel for future conflicts[1][2].

The attack methodologies are sophisticated. Chinese hacker groups like Volt Typhoon...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's dive right into the latest on Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure.

Over the past week, we've seen some of the most sophisticated attacks yet. The Chinese state-sponsored hacker group, Volt Typhoon, has been at the forefront of these operations. According to Bob Erdman, Associate Vice President at Fortra, Volt Typhoon's aim is to compromise critical infrastructure in the US and other Western countries to preposition access and maintain persistence. This allows...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and I'm here to dive into the latest on Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's get straight to it.

Over the past few days, we've seen some of the most sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting U.S. infrastructure. The latest attack on the U.S. Treasury Department by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) marks a significant escalation in Beijing's use of hybrid tactics to undermine its strategic competitors. According to Rob Joyce, former cybersecurity director at the National Security Agency (NSA...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Let's dive right into the latest on Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure.

Over the past week, we've seen some of the most sophisticated attacks yet. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been using hybrid tactics to undermine strategic competitors, and the US is no exception. A recent state-sponsored cyberattack on the US Treasury Department by the CCP marks a significant escalation. This attack targeted the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Today, we're diving into the latest on China's sophisticated cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. Buckle up, folks!

Just a few days ago, on January 13, outgoing FBI Director Christopher Wray called China's cyber program the "defining threat of our generation." He wasn't kidding. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has been busy infiltrating critical American infrastructure, including water treatment plants, the electrical grid, natural gas pipelines, and telecommunications systems[4].

One of the most...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code. Today, we're diving into the latest on China's cyber operations targeting US infrastructure. It's been a wild week, folks.

Just a few days ago, on January 10, a state-sponsored cyberattack by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) hit the US Treasury Department. This wasn't just any attack; it was a strategic move to undermine US economic competitiveness and gather sensitive intelligence. The targeted entities, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Office of the Treasury Secretary, had...

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Hey there, I'm Ting, and welcome to Dragon's Code: America Under Cyber Siege. Today, January 23, 2025, we're diving into the latest sophisticated Chinese cyber operations targeting US infrastructure.

Just a few days ago, on January 10, a state-sponsored cyberattack by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) hit the US Treasury Department, specifically targeting the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Office of the Treasury Secretary. This isn't just any ordinary hack; it's part of Beijing's escalating hybrid tactics to undermine strategic competitors and gather sensitive intelligence for...