In August 2023, TechInnovate, a leading provider of cloud-based services, fell victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack, which encrypted critical customer data and demanded a significant ransom for the decryption keys. The attackers exploited a known vulnerability that had not yet been patched by the company. This incident led to widespread disruption of services for thousands of customers globally, including significant delays and financial losses. An investigation revealed that the attackers had gained initial access through a phishing scam aimed at the company's employees, which highlights a serious need for improved cybersecurity training and awareness. The incident has drawn attention to the importance of timely software updates and the economic consequences of cyber attacks on modern digital businesses.
Source: https://www.crowdstrike.com/cybersecurity-101/cyberattacks/most-common-types-of-cyberattacks/
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"type": "Breach",
"date": "09/2023",
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"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"