Summary: The FCC has mandated U.S. telecommunications carriers to enhance their cybersecurity measures following the Salt Typhoon breaches that compromised multiple networks. This ruling requires telecom companies to secure their systems against cyberattacks and submit annual certifications of their cybersecurity risk management plans. The action aims to address vulnerabilities exposed by the breaches attributed to a Chinese hacking group, emphasizing the urgent need for improved defenses against nation-state threats.
Threat Actor: Salt Typhoon | Salt Typhoon
Victim: U.S. Telecommunications Carriers | U.S. Telecommunications Carriers
Keypoints :
- The FCC’s declaratory ruling requires telecom companies to secure their networks from unauthorized access and communications interception.
- Telecoms must submit annual certifications confirming their cybersecurity risk management plans to strengthen defenses against future attacks.
- The Salt Typhoon breaches involved unauthorized access to U.S. law enforcement’s wiretapping platform and compromised communications of government officials.