Russian APT weaponized nearby Wi-Fi networks in DC, new macOS zero-days, DOJ v Chrome
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Three Buddy Problem - Episode 22: We discuss Volexity’s presentation on Russian APT operators hacking Wi-Fi networks in “nearest neighbor attacks,” the Chinese surveillance state and its impact on global security, the NSA's strange call for better data sharing on Salt Typhoon intrusions, and the failures of regulatory bodies to address cybersecurity risks.
We also cover two new Apple zero-days being exploited in the wild, the US Government’s demand that Google sell the Chrome browser, and the value of data in the context of AI.
Cast: Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade (SentinelLabs), Costin Raiu (Art of Noh) and Ryan Naraine (SecurityWeek).
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Transcript - (unedited, AI-generated)Russian APT WiFI Nearest Neighbor Attack Russian Spies Jumped From One Network to Another Via Wi-FiAdvisory: New exploited Apple zero-daysNSA Director Wants Industry to Disclose Details of Telecom Hacks
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