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'MuddyWater' spies suspected in attacks against Middle East governments, telecoms
While other hacking teams associated with Tehran have gained notoriety for data-wiping attacks, MuddyWater as been relentless in its spying efforts.
In about-face, UK bans Huawei from 5G networks
Starting in January 2021, U.K. telecommunications operators will be barred from buying Huawei technology.
Federal agencies recommend blocking Hong Kong-US undersea cable over national security concerns
Concerns about the cable have grown along with Beijing's influence over Hong Kong.
Shoddy US government review of Chinese telcos endangered national security, Senate panel finds
The U.S. government’s process for reviewing cybersecurity risks of Chinese telecommunications companies operating in the U.S. has “endangered our national security,” a bipartisan Senate review found.
Coronavirus conspiracy theorists threaten 5G cell towers, DHS memo warns
Multiple incidents in the U.S. have caught authorities’ attention.
'Greenbug' hacking group hits three telecom firms in Pakistan
Telecom firms offer spies a treasure trove of targets, and hackers tied to Tehran have been busy.
