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China Is Strapping ‘Digital Bombs’ to Civilian Infrastructure—Is the US Ready?

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China Is Strapping ‘Digital Bombs’ to Civilian Infrastructure—Is the US Ready?

Journalist Andy Greenberg participated in a war game that simulated a cyberattack from the Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon against civilian infrastructure. The exercise explored defensive readiness and response scenarios against sophisticated state-sponsored cyber threats targeting critical systems.

Why it matters: Infrastructure operators and US government cybersecurity teams need to understand Volt Typhoon's tactics and prepare defenses against attacks designed to compromise electrical grids, water systems, and other essential services that affect millions.

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