EP55: Operation Aurora, Part 1

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EP55: Operation Aurora, Part 1

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Sep 12, 2019

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In January 2010, Google revealed in its blog that it was hacked. This attack, since known as Operation Aurora, is attributed to China. In this series of episodes, we'll expose the complicated and often turbulent relationship between the world's largest internet company, and the world's most populated nation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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Sep 12, 2019

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Malicious Life by Cybereason tells the unknown stories of the history of cybersecurity, with comments and reflections by real hackers, security experts, journalists, and politicians.

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EP55: Operation Aurora, Part 1

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