In July 2023, CyberSecure Inc. experienced a sophisticated cyber attack, identified as a ransomware attack under the sub-tag 'Ransomware'. The attackers exploited a vulnerability in the company's network, deploying malware that encrypted critical system data and demanded a ransom for decryption keys. The impact of this attack was significant, leading to prolonged service downtime, compromised customer and employee data, and a substantial financial loss due to operational disruption and ransom payment. The company worked diligently to restore affected systems and enhance security measures. This event underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity defenses and rapid incident response strategies.
Source: https://www.crowdstrike.com/cybersecurity-101/cyberattacks/most-common-types-of-cyberattacks/
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"linkid": "cybersecure-inc",
"type": "Breach",
"date": "07/2023",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"