Jan 2, 2025
In this episode, we dive deep into two explosive cybersecurity
stories making headlines right now: a major breach at the U.S.
Treasury Department allegedly carried out by Chinese
state-sponsored hackers, and the discovery of over 3.1 million fake
stars on GitHub used to boost malicious repositories. We’ll explore
how third-party vendor BeyondTrust and telecom hacks tie into this
growing wave of advanced persistent threats (APTs) and discuss how
manipulative tactics on GitHub can sneak malware into widespread
use. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just curious about the
rising tide of global cyber threats, this episode will give you an
in-depth look at how these hacks happen and why they matter.
Stay informed, stay alert, and learn about the latest
vulnerabilities, breaches, and protective measures you can take.
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#SupplyChainAttack #DarkReading #BleepingComputer #Encryption
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🔗 References & Sources
* US Treasury Hacked:
https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/chinese-state-hackers-breach-us-treasury-department
* Github Fake Stars:
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/over-31-million-fake-stars-on-github-projects-used-to-boost-rankings/