China's Cyber Moves: Prepping for Attacks, Targeting US Infrastructure, and Escalating Tensions!

This is your Red Alert: China's Daily Cyber Moves podcast.

Hey, folks It's Ting here, and we're diving straight into the action-packed world of Chinese cyber activities against US targets. In the past few days, there's been a palpable escalation in China's cyber moves, and I'm here to break it down for you.

First off, let's talk about the latest 2025 DIA Threat Assessment. It reveals that China's cyber actors have been pre-positioning for attacks on US critical infrastructure, a move they might execute if they perceive a major conflict on the horizon. Think Volt Typhoon and Salt Typhoon—those are the operations where China has compromised US telecommunications infrastructure, setting the stage for potential strikes on financial systems or military assets[1][4].

In December 2024, a state-sponsored cyberattack hit the US Treasury Department, targeting the Office of Foreign Assets Control and the Treasury Secretary's office. This was directly linked to sanctions against Chinese companies involved in cyberattacks and arms supplies to Russia[3]. The attackers aimed to disrupt military supply lines and gather intel, highlighting China's strategic infiltration of US critical infrastructure[3].

Now, let's consider the timeline. Early 2024 saw China's cyber actors intensifying their efforts to pre-position attacks. By mid-2024, Taiwan faced nearly 2.4 million daily cyberattacks, showcasing China's aggressive hybrid tactics[3]. The recent ODNI 2025 Threat Assessment highlights China's whole-of-government approach to become a global tech superpower, further challenging US security efforts[4].

Potential escalation scenarios are on the radar. If China perceives a US intervention in a Taiwan conflict, they might unleash major cyberattacks on US financial systems or telecommunications networks, aiming to deter military action and induce societal panic[5]. So, what can we do? Stay vigilant and bolster defenses against these sophisticated threats. CISA and the FBI are likely to issue emergency alerts soon, so keep those systems patched and ready

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