India, Oct. 3 -- A new phase of cyber conflict is emerging-one that does not involve loud attacks or immediate destruction, but quiet infiltration and long-term presence. Across continents, telecom operators are being targeted by advanced persistent threat (APT) groups aligned with state interests. These are not random hacks driven by financial motives, but part of broader strategic efforts to silently embed within critical communications infrastructure, especially in telecommunications.

Rather than deploying easily detectable malware, many of these operations employ techniques that utilise legitimate system tools and processes to maintain control without raising suspicion. This approach, often referred to as "Living off the Land" (LOTL)...