ISC China Report Summary
Original Document: https://isc.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ISC-China.pdf The “China” report by the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament provides an in-depth analysis of the perceived threats and challenges posed by China to the UK.…
SmokeLoader malware
SmokeLoader, also known as Dofoil, is a modular bot used primarily to download other malware onto a compromised system. It has been in operation since at least 2011 and has…
ISC Russia Report Summary
https://isc.independent.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/CCS207_CCS0221966010-001_Russia-Report-v02-Web_Accessible.pdf The “Russia” report by the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament provides an in-depth analysis of the perceived threats and challenges posed by Russia to the UK. Here are…
2022 Global Threat Intelligence Report by NTT Security
https://www.security.ntt/pdf/2022-global-threat-intelligence-report-v8.pdf The 2022 Global Threat Intelligence Report by NTT Security Holdings highlights several key trends and events in the cybersecurity landscape:
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…