Tag: #criticalinfrastructure
Nearly a month after a ransomware attack, the Port of Seattle and the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are still working to restore all systems. The attack, which occurred three weeks ago, severely impacted critical infrastructure and continues to cause disruptions to internal operations. In the immediate aftermath, port and airport officials, alongside U.S. law enforcement […]
The ever-evolving cyberwarfare landscape takes a sinister turn with the discovery of AcidPour, a new variant of the Russia-linked AcidRain data-wiping malware. This article delves into AcidPour’s capabilities, its connection to its predecessor, and the potential implications for critical infrastructure. The original AcidRain emerged in the early stages of the Russo-Ukrainian war, deployed against KA-SAT […]
The FBI announced the successful dismantling of a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group known as “Volt Typhoon,” which had been targeting vital US infrastructure like power grids and pipelines. Director Christopher Wray told lawmakers the FBI executed a campaign to shut down the group, highlighting the escalating cyber tensions between the US and China. Volt Typhoon […]