Personal data of 5-10% Southern Water customers stolen in cyber attack.
Southern Water engaging cybersecurity experts and regulators, monitoring dark web for stolen data.
NHS software provider faces steep fine after 2022 data breach exposed sensitive patient info
A leading NHS software provider faces a £6 million fine after a ransomware attack impacting over 80,000 individuals due to lack of MFA.
It's crucial to prioritize information security to prevent distressing breaches like this and avoid disrupting critical health services.
Microsoft details update on Russian-sponsored "ongoing attack"
Midnight Blizzard cyber attack on Microsoft involved password-spraying to access an account.
Microsoft faces ongoing and escalating cyber attacks from Midnight Blizzard, a sophisticated hacker group.
12.9 million individuals affected by MediSecure cyber breach
MediSecure, an Australian electronic prescriptions provider, suffered a cyber attack exposing 12.9 million individuals' personal and health information including prescriptions until November 2023.
Hackers obtain confidential information on Romanian officials after cyber attack at Parliament
Hackers breached the database of the Romanian Chamber of Deputies and obtained confidential information, including the prime minister's identity documents and medical analyses.
The hackers demanded a ransom of 0.8 bitcoins (EUR 30,000) and threatened to release the personal data if their demands were not met.
UK water company that serves millions confirms system attack
Criminals broke into Southern Water's IT systems and stole a limited amount of data.
The stolen data includes identity documents, HR-related documents, and corporate car-leasing documents.
Southern Water customers affected by cyber attack
Personal data of 5-10% Southern Water customers stolen in cyber attack.
Southern Water engaging cybersecurity experts and regulators, monitoring dark web for stolen data.
NHS software provider faces steep fine after 2022 data breach exposed sensitive patient info
A leading NHS software provider faces a £6 million fine after a ransomware attack impacting over 80,000 individuals due to lack of MFA.
It's crucial to prioritize information security to prevent distressing breaches like this and avoid disrupting critical health services.
Microsoft details update on Russian-sponsored "ongoing attack"
Midnight Blizzard cyber attack on Microsoft involved password-spraying to access an account.
Microsoft faces ongoing and escalating cyber attacks from Midnight Blizzard, a sophisticated hacker group.
12.9 million individuals affected by MediSecure cyber breach
MediSecure, an Australian electronic prescriptions provider, suffered a cyber attack exposing 12.9 million individuals' personal and health information including prescriptions until November 2023.
Hackers obtain confidential information on Romanian officials after cyber attack at Parliament
Hackers breached the database of the Romanian Chamber of Deputies and obtained confidential information, including the prime minister's identity documents and medical analyses.
The hackers demanded a ransom of 0.8 bitcoins (EUR 30,000) and threatened to release the personal data if their demands were not met.
UK water company that serves millions confirms system attack
Criminals broke into Southern Water's IT systems and stole a limited amount of data.
The stolen data includes identity documents, HR-related documents, and corporate car-leasing documents.
Network Rail confirms cyber attack on Wi-Fi systems at UK train stations
The UK railway Wi-Fi systems were compromised by a cyber attack displaying terror-related messages, possibly to test security measures rather than incite fear.
TU Eindhoven takes network offline after cyber attack
Eindhoven University of Technology suspended educational activities due to a cyber attack, prioritizing network safety over immediate functionality.
Network Rail confirms cyber attack on Wi-Fi systems at UK train stations
The UK railway Wi-Fi systems were compromised by a cyber attack displaying terror-related messages, possibly to test security measures rather than incite fear.
TU Eindhoven takes network offline after cyber attack
Eindhoven University of Technology suspended educational activities due to a cyber attack, prioritizing network safety over immediate functionality.
Transport for London is managing a cyber-attack but has found no evidence of compromised customer data or service disruptions.
Everything we know about the TfL cyber attack so far
TfL is addressing an ongoing cyber attack with support from the National Crime Agency and National Cyber Security Centre, but services remain unaffected.
Transport for London cuts data feeds to travel apps amid cyber-attack
TfL has limited access to live data feeds due to a cyber-attack, but public transport services are running normally.
Boy, 17, arrested in connection with TfL cyberattack
A significant cyber attack on Transport for London has led to the arrest of a 17-year-old suspect, impacting 5,000 customers.
Cyber attack costing six-figure sum, council says
Hackney Council's financial struggles are exacerbated by a cyber attack recovery, leading to significant overspending on staffing and IT consulting.
Portsmouth among councils hit by cyber attack
Portsmouth City Council experienced a DDoS cyber attack, affecting website access but not compromising council services or resident data.
Transport for London dealing with cyber-attack
Transport for London is managing a cyber-attack but has found no evidence of compromised customer data or service disruptions.
Everything we know about the TfL cyber attack so far
TfL is addressing an ongoing cyber attack with support from the National Crime Agency and National Cyber Security Centre, but services remain unaffected.
Transport for London cuts data feeds to travel apps amid cyber-attack
TfL has limited access to live data feeds due to a cyber-attack, but public transport services are running normally.
Boy, 17, arrested in connection with TfL cyberattack
A significant cyber attack on Transport for London has led to the arrest of a 17-year-old suspect, impacting 5,000 customers.
Cyber attack costing six-figure sum, council says
Hackney Council's financial struggles are exacerbated by a cyber attack recovery, leading to significant overspending on staffing and IT consulting.
Portsmouth among councils hit by cyber attack
Portsmouth City Council experienced a DDoS cyber attack, affecting website access but not compromising council services or resident data.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia accused of large-scale cyber-attack on Ukrainian authorities
Russia has launched a major cyber-attack on Ukraine's state registries, disrupting critical infrastructure.
Pro-Ukrainian Hackers Strike Russian State TV on Putin's Birthday
Ukrainian hackers executed a significant cyber attack on Russian state media VGTRK, claiming responsibility and disrupting operations during the Russo-Ukrainian war.
How Russia-Linked Malware Cut Heat to 600 Ukrainian Buildings in Deep Winter
Hackers used FrostyGoop malware to disrupt heating utility in Ukraine by exploiting vulnerabilities and accessing the network months before the attack.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia accused of large-scale cyber-attack on Ukrainian authorities
Russia has launched a major cyber-attack on Ukraine's state registries, disrupting critical infrastructure.
Pro-Ukrainian Hackers Strike Russian State TV on Putin's Birthday
Ukrainian hackers executed a significant cyber attack on Russian state media VGTRK, claiming responsibility and disrupting operations during the Russo-Ukrainian war.
How Russia-Linked Malware Cut Heat to 600 Ukrainian Buildings in Deep Winter
Hackers used FrostyGoop malware to disrupt heating utility in Ukraine by exploiting vulnerabilities and accessing the network months before the attack.
A shadowy hacker group brought the British Library to its knees. Is there any way to stop them? | Lamorna Ash
The cyber-attack on the British Library was likely carried out by the Russian hacker gang Rhysida, who had been infiltrating the library's systems for months before the attack.
The hackers demanded a ransom of 20 bitcoins (about 600,000) for privileged access to stolen personal information, but when the library refused to pay, the hackers published close to 500,000 files of stolen data.
Cyber attack on OneBlood donation center could leave Florida hospitals short of blood
Hundreds of hospitals may face shortages as a nonprofit blood donation center in the southeast deals with a cyber attack.
Further disruption expected after latest NHS cyber attack | Computer Weekly
A major cyber attack has severely disrupted healthcare services in Merseyside, impacting surgeries and patient access to IT systems.
British Library slowly resuming service after cyber-attack
The British Library is slowly restoring services after a cyber-attack, with 1,000 digitized manuscripts now accessible online.
A shadowy hacker group brought the British Library to its knees. Is there any way to stop them? | Lamorna Ash
The cyber-attack on the British Library was likely carried out by the Russian hacker gang Rhysida, who had been infiltrating the library's systems for months before the attack.
The hackers demanded a ransom of 20 bitcoins (about 600,000) for privileged access to stolen personal information, but when the library refused to pay, the hackers published close to 500,000 files of stolen data.
Cyber attack on OneBlood donation center could leave Florida hospitals short of blood
Hundreds of hospitals may face shortages as a nonprofit blood donation center in the southeast deals with a cyber attack.
Further disruption expected after latest NHS cyber attack | Computer Weekly
A major cyber attack has severely disrupted healthcare services in Merseyside, impacting surgeries and patient access to IT systems.
British Library slowly resuming service after cyber-attack
The British Library is slowly restoring services after a cyber-attack, with 1,000 digitized manuscripts now accessible online.
UK: All outpatient appointments cancelled as Arrowe Park Hospital hit with 'cyber attack'
A cyber attack caused a major incident at Wirral University Teaching Hospital Trust, leading to cancelled outpatient appointments and lost access to computer systems.
Cyberattack targeting London transit system drags into weekend
Transport for London is facing online outages due to a cyber attack affecting ticketing and real-time information systems, though transit operations continue.
TfL cyber-attack: 'Light at the end of the tunnel', says Sadiq Khan
TfL is working vigorously to restore services after a cyber-attack, showing resilience and cooperation with national agencies.
TfL still affected by 'ongoing cyber incident'
TfL is currently responding to a cyber attack by restricting access to online services, while ensuring no customer data has been compromised.
TfL resumes refund processing and Zip applications
TfL has reopened Zip photocard applications and resumed refunds after a cyber-attack disruption, restoring services for youth travel.
Card Chaos Continues
TfL's website issues lead to confusion and confrontations for youth attempting to use expired Zip Oyster cards, causing frustration and significant inconveniences.
Cyberattack targeting London transit system drags into weekend
Transport for London is facing online outages due to a cyber attack affecting ticketing and real-time information systems, though transit operations continue.
TfL cyber-attack: 'Light at the end of the tunnel', says Sadiq Khan
TfL is working vigorously to restore services after a cyber-attack, showing resilience and cooperation with national agencies.
TfL still affected by 'ongoing cyber incident'
TfL is currently responding to a cyber attack by restricting access to online services, while ensuring no customer data has been compromised.
TfL resumes refund processing and Zip applications
TfL has reopened Zip photocard applications and resumed refunds after a cyber-attack disruption, restoring services for youth travel.
Card Chaos Continues
TfL's website issues lead to confusion and confrontations for youth attempting to use expired Zip Oyster cards, causing frustration and significant inconveniences.
France experienced a major cyber attack affecting 33 million people's data.
Incogni offers a personal data protection service to safeguard against hackers, invasion of privacy, and shadow profiles.
Germany names China as source of attack on government agency
Germany attributes 2021 cyber attack on mapping agency to China, highlighting rising concerns over state-controlled cyber threats.
Cyber attack hits 20 UK railway stations
Cyber attackers disrupted public Wi-Fi at 20 UK railway stations, causing inconvenience and raising security concerns among passengers.
Malign actor' behind MoD cyber attack, Sunak says
The Prime Minister declined to identify the culprit behind the cyber attack on the MoD, emphasizing a robust policy towards Beijing and other potential risk-posing states.
The HSE cyber attack was a "landmark event" in Ireland - has it learned from the experience?
The Republic of Ireland's Health Service Executive is still dealing with legal proceedings and cybersecurity challenges three years after a large-scale cyber attack in 2021.
Incogni: The tool you need to protect your data
France experienced a major cyber attack affecting 33 million people's data.
Incogni offers a personal data protection service to safeguard against hackers, invasion of privacy, and shadow profiles.
Germany names China as source of attack on government agency
Germany attributes 2021 cyber attack on mapping agency to China, highlighting rising concerns over state-controlled cyber threats.
Cyber attack hits 20 UK railway stations
Cyber attackers disrupted public Wi-Fi at 20 UK railway stations, causing inconvenience and raising security concerns among passengers.
Malign actor' behind MoD cyber attack, Sunak says
The Prime Minister declined to identify the culprit behind the cyber attack on the MoD, emphasizing a robust policy towards Beijing and other potential risk-posing states.
The HSE cyber attack was a "landmark event" in Ireland - has it learned from the experience?
The Republic of Ireland's Health Service Executive is still dealing with legal proceedings and cybersecurity challenges three years after a large-scale cyber attack in 2021.
French PM to track down hackers who sent threats to schools
French government vows to pursue cyber-attack perpetrators on schools in Paris region
Perpetrators hacked digital platforms to send threatening messages and beheading videos
Bankrupt Cryptopia Exchange to Return Crypto to Some Creditors
Cryptopia plans to distribute bitcoin and dogecoin to qualifying account holders in upcoming months.
Initial distribution to include bitcoin and dogecoin, with future plans to distribute remaining cryptocurrencies by 2024.
Uncle Sam intervenes in Change Healthcare ransomware fiasco
US government assists healthcare providers affected by Change Healthcare ransomware
HHS provides support for healthcare industry during cyber attack
CT: Groton schools' internet outage from 'cyber-attack' under investigation
Groton Public Schools experienced a district-wide internet outage due to a cyber-attack.
Ninety percent of the systems are now operational and the investigation is ongoing.
Pennsylvania Court website down in DDoS cyber attack
The Pennsylvania Courts online system has been hit by a DDoS cyber attack, affecting integral court systems such as PACFile, online docket sheets, PAePay, and the Guardianship Tracking System.
Law enforcement agencies, including CISA, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and the FBI, are involved in investigating the extent of the attack.
Australia sanctions a hacker who released health insurer client data
A Russian national has been sanctioned by the Australian government for his role in a cyber attack that compromised the personal information of more than 10 million Australians.
The Australian government imposed its cyber sanction powers for the first time against Aleksandr Ermakov after linking him to the cyber attack.
SEC bitcoin hack was result of SIM-swapping | Computer Weekly
The recent cyber attack on the US SEC that resulted in misinformation being posted on its social media channels was a SIM-swapping attack.
The attackers caused significant market fluctuations by falsely announcing the SEC's approval of bitcoin ETFs.