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4 days ago · ** PART 1 Of the cyber security course for beginners Series **Have you ever wondered exactly how hackers ‘hack’? Do words like firewalls, encryption, bio-met...
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May 6, 2024 · In May 2021, the Colonial Pipeline, which is a major fuel pipeline running from Texas to New Jersey, experienced a significant ransomware attack by a hacker group known as DarkSide. This cyberattack led to the shutdown of the 5,500-mile pipeline responsible for carrying 2.5 million barrels of fuel
6 days ago · The Colonial Pipeline attack highlighted the real-world consequences of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure and the need for organizations to prioritize cybersecurity as a business-critical function. It also underscored the importance of having robust backup and recovery plans in place to minimize the impact of an attack.
1 day ago · Electric companies worldwide experienced one ransomware attack in Q1, compared with 25 in the transportation sector and 106 in manufacturing, according to Dragos, but analysts warn against ...
4 days ago · Dark Side hacked Colonial Pipeline, starting the attack. 100 gigabytes were stolen in two hours. After the data theft, the attackers attacked the Colonial Pipeline IT network with ransomware that compromised various computer systems, including invoicing and accounting (Sajindra, July 2022).
1 day ago · Notable ransomware attacks, such as the Colonial Pipeline attack in 2021, highlight the severe impact these incidents can have on businesses and critical infrastructure. According to Statista, 73% of all organizations globally fell victim to ransomware in 2023. The financial costs associated with ransomware attacks are substantial.
