Researchers at Black Lotus Labs uncovered a covert network technique called ‘Silent Train’ used by the China-linked Volt Typhoon group to infiltrate hundreds of critical infrastructure networks.

Earlier attacks and coverage

No earlier related attack in our archive yet.

Business impact

Organizations, including telecom providers, government entities, and critical infrastructure sectors, face increased risk of unauthorized access and potential data breaches, impacting operations and possibly leading to legal and reputational damage.

Industries affected

Water, energy, transportation, maritime, rail, aviation, and emergency services sectors are among those affected.

Users affected

Customers and employees of affected organizations may experience compromised data and services disruptions, necessitating increased cybersecurity measures.

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