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BusinessPolicyTrade

China Seeks to Ease Foreign Business Concerns Over New Export Regulations

Chinese commerce officials have convened an extensive meeting with foreign business representatives to address concerns about recently implemented export controls. The government emphasized these measures are intended as responsible actions for global security rather than trade restrictions.

Major Dialogue on Trade Policies

China has held a significant meeting with international business representatives to clarify its position on recently implemented export controls, according to reports from Beijing. The unusually large gathering brought together officials from the Ministry of Commerce with more than 170 foreign companies and business chambers in what analysts suggest represents a concerted effort to address growing international concerns.

by Michael Turner
CybersecuritySoftware

Microsoft Neutralizes 200+ Fraudulent Certificates in Teams Malware Campaign

Microsoft has disrupted a major malware campaign using fraudulent certificates to sign fake Teams installers. The threat actor deployed backdoors and ransomware through spoofed download sites targeting unsuspecting users. Security experts warn this represents an escalation in cybercriminal tactics.

Major Certificate Revocation Operation

Microsoft Threat Intelligence has reportedly revoked more than 200 certificates that were fraudulently signed by threat actors and used in fake Microsoft Teams setup files to deliver backdoors and malware. According to reports, the campaign was identified in late September and involved sophisticated social engineering techniques to compromise users.

by Michael Turner