China’s Salt Typhoon hackers broke into Norwegian companies

The Norwegian government has raised alarms over a series of cyber intrusions attributed to the Chinese-linked hacking collective known as Salt Typhoon. According to a report released on Friday by the Norwegian Police Security Service, this group has successfully infiltrated multiple organizations within the nation. Salt Typhoon, which is believed to operate on behalf of the Chinese government, is known for exploiting weaknesses in network devices to carry out espionage activities. This incident marks Norway as the latest nation to report an intrusion linked to this notorious hacking group. Described by senior U.S. national security officials as an 'epoch-defining threat,' Salt Typhoon has been engaging in covert hacking operations targeting critical infrastructure worldwide. Their activities have previously included breaches of telecom companies in Canada and the United States, where they reportedly intercepted communications of high-level politicians. This ongoing series of cyberattacks has intensified calls for telecommunications companies to enhance their cybersecurity measures. While the Norwegian report did not divulge extensive details on the specific hacking incidents, it underscores the growing concern regarding the vulnerabilities faced by organizations in the digital age. A representative from Norway’s embassy in the U.S. has yet to respond to inquiries regarding the matter.