NB509: FCC to Raise Funds for Rip-and-Replace of Chinese Telco Gear; Billionaire Space Race Takes Off
The podcast discusses serious CVEs in Perl and Ivanti, FCC's spectrum licensing for telco equipment replacement, and Verizon's 5.5Gbps download speed claims.
MAIN POINTS
- Serious CVEs have been identified in Perl and Ivanti, posing security concerns.
- The FCC plans to license spectrum to fund US telcos' replacement of Chinese network equipment.
- There's no evidence linking Chinese equipment to telco intrusions by Chinese attackers.
- Verizon claims to achieve 5.5Gbps download speeds, showcasing network advancements.
TAKEAWAYS
- Security vulnerabilities in widely used software like Perl can have significant impacts.
- FCC's initiative aims to enhance national security by replacing Chinese telecom gear.
- The lack of evidence against Chinese equipment raises questions about the FCC's actions.
- Verizon's high-speed achievements highlight ongoing improvements in network technology.