Risky Business Risky Business #788 -- Trump targets Chris Krebs, SentinelOne
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Apr 16, 2025 Rob Joyce, former NSA Cybersecurity Director, discusses the fallout from Trump targeting Chris Krebs for his election security stance. The implications for the cybersecurity industry are alarming, with potential chilling effects on public safety. Fletcher Heisler, CEO of Authentik, dives into the complexities of the identity ecosystem and how innovative solutions are emerging to tackle these challenges. They also touch on recent cyber threats, including ransomware trends and the ongoing push for accountability in the spy industry.
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Telco Security Transparency Demand
- Senator Wyden seeks transparency on telco cybersecurity vulnerabilities by blocking CISA nominations until reports are released.
- Weaknesses in SS7 and Diameter protocols pose serious security challenges to telecoms.
Pall Mall Pact Signals Spyware Control
- The Pall Mall Pact aims to curb spyware proliferation through voluntary policies.
- The US signing indicates bipartisan concern over government use and abuse of spyware technology.
Chinese Spyware Targets Diaspora Apps
- China targets Uyghur, Tibetan, and Taiwanese groups with spyware disguised as popular apps within those communities.
- This watering-hole style strategy effectively compromises niche diaspora groups without high-cost targeting.