Port of Seattle

On August 24, 2024, the Port of Seattle fell victim to a targeted cyberattack that disrupted its operational infrastructure, including cargo handling, scheduling, and logistics systems. As one of the largest U.S. ports, the breach created cascading delays in national and international trade, exposing critical vulnerabilities in maritime cybersecurity. The attack resulted in significant financial losses due to operational halts, while sensitive data—potentially including trade records, logistical plans, or partner communications—was compromised. The incident underscored the port’s role as a high-value target for cybercriminals, given its strategic importance to supply chains and economic stability. Recovery efforts faced challenges in restoring trust among shipping partners and mitigating long-term reputational damage, as the attack highlighted systemic risks in port authority cyber defenses. The broader implications included potential regulatory scrutiny and calls for strengthened cybersecurity measures across the maritime sector.

Source: https://www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/seattle-port-ransomware-attack/727098

TPRM report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/port-of-seattle

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"linkid": "port-of-seattle",
"type": "Cyber Attack",
"date": "8/2024",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "6",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the economy of geographical region"

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                        'location': 'Seattle, Washington, USA',
                        'name': 'Port of Seattle',
                        'size': 'Large (one of the largest ports in the U.S.)',
                        'type': 'Port Authority'}],
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                 'type_of_data_compromised': ['sensitive information']},
 'date_detected': '2024-08-24',
 'description': 'On August 24, 2024, the Port of Seattle experienced a '
                'cyberattack that targeted its operational systems, '
                'potentially disrupting cargo handling, scheduling, and port '
                'logistics. The attack aimed at critical infrastructure in one '
                'of the largest ports in the United States, creating ripple '
                'effects throughout national and international trade. '
                'Operational delays, financial losses, and the compromise of '
                'sensitive information were among the impacts, further '
                'highlighting the vulnerabilities of port authorities and '
                'maritime trade to cybercrime.',
 'impact': {'brand_reputation_impact': True,
            'data_compromised': True,
            'downtime': True,
            'operational_impact': ['delays in cargo handling',
                                   'disruptions in scheduling',
                                   'logistics interruptions'],
            'systems_affected': ['operational systems',
                                 'cargo handling',
                                 'scheduling',
                                 'port logistics']},
 'initial_access_broker': {'high_value_targets': ['operational systems',
                                                  'cargo handling',
                                                  'scheduling',
                                                  'port logistics']},
 'title': 'Cyberattack on the Port of Seattle',
 'type': 'Cyberattack'}