China's Salt Typhoon Hackers: Still Breaching Telecom Firms Despite US Sanctions

China's Salt Typhoon Hackers: Still Breaching Telecom Firms Despite US Sanctions

The world of cybersecurity is a constant game of cat and mouse, with hackers continually evolving their tactics to breach even the most fortified systems. One persistent and particularly concerning player in this arena is Salt Typhoon, a Chinese government-linked hacking group. Despite recent sanctions imposed by the U.S. government, this group remains active and is continuing to compromise telecommunications providers across the globe, raising serious questions about the efficacy of current deterrents and the escalating threat to national security. A recent report shared with TechCrunch by threat intelligence firm Recorded Future paints a worrying picture of Salt Typhoon's ongoing activities. The report details how the group successfully breached five telecommunications firms between December 2024 and January 2025, demonstrating their resilience and determination even in the face of international pressure. Salt Typhoon first gained notoriety last September when their infiltratio…