FCC Orders Telecoms to Enhance Cybersecurity After Worst Telecommunications Hack by Salt Typhoon, Says Jessica Rosenworcel

Jan 17, 2025, 07:18 PM

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has mandated U.S. telecommunications providers to implement enhanced cybersecurity measures following a series of cyberattacks linked to China's Salt Typhoon hackers. This directive comes in response to what has been described as the worst telecommunications hack in U.S. history. Outgoing FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, "either you take serious action or you don’t." The FCC's recent decision to regulate telecom cybersecurity was narrowly approved and may face future challenges.