In April 2023, Example Corporation fell victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack, leading to the encryption of sensitive data and causing significant operational disruptions. The attackers demanded a hefty ransom for the decryption key. Despite efforts to recover through backups, the company incurred substantial financial losses and reputational damage. The breach exposed personal and financial information of thousands of customers, raising concerns over privacy and identity theft. The incident underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures and has prompted Example Corporation to overhaul its IT security infrastructure to prevent future attacks.
Source: https://konbriefing.com/en-topics/cyber-attacks.html
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"type": "Breach",
"date": "04/2023",
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"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"