U.S. Agencies Attacked by Suspected Russian Hackers

U.S. Agencies Attacked by Suspected Russian Hackers

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The video discusses a sophisticated global cyber campaign where hackers targeted the software supply chain, specifically SolarWinds, affecting US government and private sectors. The breach potentially impacted 18,000 customers worldwide. It suggests that the US government's focus on securing the presidential election may have left other systems vulnerable, allowing suspected Russian hackers to exploit these weaknesses.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How did the focus on the presidential election affect cybersecurity measures?

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What is the theory regarding the US government's attention during the election?

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