‘Mask” Malware Called ‘Most Advanced’ Cyber-espionage Operation – (February 13, 2014): Prevendra’s CEO, Christopher Burgess is interviewed by VOA about the Advanced Persistent Threat Malware – “Careto.” WASHINGTON — Researchers at the Internet security firm Kaspersky Lab say they have uncovered what they’re calling “one of the most advanced global cyber-espionage operations to date.” The malware is called “Careto,” which roughly …
Espionage in the Heartland: Corn to China
Espionage in the heartland of the United States? For two-plus years, perhaps for as many as four, a different type of harvesting has been occurring throughout the heartland of the United States. According to the criminal complaint (see below), filed by the United States Attorney, Nicholas A. Klinefeldt, a Chinese company, Kings Nower Seed, and their personnel have been harvesting more …
Secrets Stolen, Fortunes Lost
Secrets Stolen, Fortunes Lost, Preventing Intellectual Property Theft and Economic Espionage in the 21st Century (Syngress 2008 – by Christopher Burgess and Richard Power) The threats of economic espionage and intellectual property (IP) theft are global, stealthy, insidious, and increasingly common. According to the U.S. Commerce Department, IP theft is estimated to top $250 billion annually and also costs the …