Brenntag Ransomware Attack
In April, Brenntag, a global chemical distribution company, was hit by a ransomware attack. The DarkSide hacker group claimed responsibility, extracting a significant ransom payment. The attack resulted in a…
Quanta Ransomware Attack
In April, Quanta, a Taiwan-based manufacturer of Apple products, fell victim to a ransomware attack. The REvil group claimed responsibility, threatening to release sensitive data if a ransom was not…
CNA Financial Ransomware Attack
In March, CNA Financial, one of the largest insurance providers in the U.S., was disrupted by a ransomware attack. The company had to disconnect systems and services for several days…
Australia Channel 9 News Ransomware Attack
In March, Channel 9 News, a major broadcaster in Australia, fell victim to a ransomware attack that significantly disrupted their ability to broadcast. This cyber attack demonstrated the potential of…
Florida Water Supply Hack
In February, an unknown attacker attempted to poison the Oldsmar city water supply in Florida by manipulating the sodium hydroxide levels through a remote access system. The attacker gained unauthorized…
Accellion Supply Chain Attack
In January, a software company named Accellion fell victim to a sophisticated supply chain attack. This cyber attack had a broad impact as it affected numerous organizations across various sectors…
Microsoft Exchange Vulnerabilities
In the period from January to March, Microsoft Exchange Server software suffered from a series of significant data breaches caused by the exploitation of four vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities were primarily…
Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack of 2021: Disrupting Critical Infrastructure
“The Ripple Effect of the Colonial Pipeline Attack: A Deep Dive into Ransomware Tactics” In May 2021, the Colonial Pipeline, a significant artery for the U.S. fuel supply, fell victim…