Threat Overview

On March 19, 2024, CISA, along with other participating agencies, released a joint Fact Sheet warning executive leaders in the critical infrastructure sector that Volt Typhoon has strategically pre-positioned itself to conduct cyber attacks against US infrastructure. In the event of escalating tension between the US and China, leaders are encouraged to take all the necessary precautions against this urgent risk to protect critical infrastructure networks.

Volt Typhoon is a People’s Republic of China (PRC) state-sponsored advanced persistent threat group reportedly active since 2021. This group specializes in cyber espionage operations, specifically targeting the Communications, Energy, Transportation Systems, and Water and Wastewater Systems sectors.

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