Ribbon Telecoms Confirms Government Hackers Breached Network for Months

Ribbon, a US-based telecom giant, has confirmed that government-backed hackers breached its network for almost a year before being caught. The hackers accessed the company's IT network as early as December 2024 and are believed to have accessed customer files saved on laptops. The breach affects several customers, including Fortune 500 firms and government agencies. The company did not disclose which government it believes is behind the intrusion.