GlobalTech Solutions experienced a significant cybersecurity breach in July 2023, when an advanced ransomware attack encrypted their critical operational and financial data. The attackers demanded a substantial ransom in cryptocurrency. Despite efforts to restore operations from backups, the attack led to extended downtime for the company's manufacturing plants and disrupted its global supply chain, causing reputational damage and financial losses estimated in the millions. The incident highlighted the importance of robust cybersecurity measures and the need for constant vigilance against evolving cyber threats. It also drew attention to the broader implications such attacks have on global markets and the importance of collective efforts to enhance cyber resilience across industries.
Source: https://cybersecurityventures.com/ransomware-report/
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"type": "Cyber Attack",
"date": "07/2023",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"