In July 2023, TechFirm Solutions, a leading provider of cloud data services, experienced a significant cyber attack that compromised the personal and financial information of over 10,000 customers. The breach was orchestrated through a sophisticated malware attack that exploited a previously unknown vulnerability in the company's network. Upon discovery, the company took immediate steps to secure their systems and notify affected customers, but the impact was substantial. This incident not only resulted in the direct financial loss due to theft but also significantly damaged the company's reputation for security and reliability. Efforts are ongoing to fully assess the impact, restore trust with customers, and implement stronger security measures to prevent future attacks.
Source: https://www.crowdstrike.com/cybersecurity-101/cyberattacks/most-common-types-of-cyberattacks/
"id": "tec601050724",
"linkid": "techfirm-solutions",
"type": "Ransomware",
"date": "07/2023",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"