CrowdStrike, a leader in cloud-delivered endpoint protection, faced a sophisticated cyber attack aiming to compromise its sensitive data and internal systems. The attack showcased the evolving tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of adversaries targeting cybersecurity firms. The attackers attempted to exploit vulnerabilities and deploy malware to access customer information and proprietary data. Through rapid detection and response, CrowdStrike was able to mitigate the attack, minimizing the impact on its operations and customer data. This incident underscores the continuous threats faced by cybersecurity providers and the importance of adopting a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that includes real-time threat intelligence, advanced monitoring, and the implementation of a Zero Trust architecture to reduce the risk of such attacks.
Source: https://www.crowdstrike.com/cybersecurity-101/cyberattacks/most-common-types-of-cyberattacks/
"id": "cro001050724",
"linkid": "crowdstrike",
"type": "Cyber Attack",
"date": "03/2023",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"