This blog reveals some of the most recent cyberattacks, breaches, and ransomware incidents that have recently shaken organizations worldwide. If you are a customer, employee, or partner for these organizations, your personal information, data, and hard-earned money could potentially be at risk.
On the eerie night of Halloween, instead of the expected scares and pranks, Mr. Cooper found itself plunged into a real-life nightmare—a massive cyber attack that disrupted its systems and operations. In this blog post, we'll delve into the implications of this cyber attack on Mr. Cooper's millions of customers.
Ace Hardware, a renowned cooperative retailer, recently fell victim to a major cyber attack that has sent shockwaves through its extensive operations. This retail giant operates on a massive scale, with stores located in various corners of the globe. The cyber attack disrupted operations from China to Panama and to the United Arab Emirates, creating a ripple effect of chaos and confusion.
The world's leading aerospace and defense company, Boeing, recently found itself in the crosshairs of one of the most notorious cybercriminal gangs, LockBit. In a surprising turn of events, LockBit announced on their dark web leak site that they had stolen data from Boeing and were demanding a ransom to prevent the release of this sensitive information.
In the fast-paced digital age, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for both governments and businesses. With cybercriminals relentlessly targeting organizations, it is evident that we are facing a serious challenge in safeguarding our sensitive data and infrastructure.
The Philadelphia Inquirer, one of the largest newspapers in the nation, has recently fallen victim to a cyber-attack. As a native of Philadelphia, this event hits close to home for me. The attack has caused the largest disruption since the blizzard of 1996, with only two employees able to work until the issue is resolved.
A data breach recently hit CommScope, a network infrastructure equipment manufacturer. The Vice Society ransomware group is responsible for this breach, which resulted in the publication of stolen employee data on a dark web data leak site. CommScope has confirmed the unauthorized access to its IT infrastructure and initiated a forensic investigation with the assistance of a leading cybersecurity firm.
In the news
The city administration of Oakland, California has declared a state of emergency due to various issues that they are facing after they have been hit by a ransomware attack on February 8. These issues include the city being ill-prepared for a cyber-attack, having old and aging infrastructure, limited resources, and outdated IT systems.
