In March 2023, TechNova Solutions, a leading provider of cloud-based services, was hit by a sophisticated ransomware attack. The cybercriminals exploited an unpatched vulnerability in the company's network defenses to deploy the ransomware, leading to the encryption of critical server data, including customer information and proprietary software code. The attack disrupted the company's operations for several days, causing significant financial losses and damaging its reputation in the industry. Furthermore, the incident led to the leak of sensitive customer data on the dark web, exacerbating the impact and raising concerns about data privacy and security among TechNova's client base. The company responded by taking immediate measures to secure its network, restore affected systems from backups, and notify affected customers, but the fallout from the attack continues to affect its business operations and client trust.
Source: https://www.crowdstrike.com/cybersecurity-101/cyberattacks/most-common-types-of-cyberattacks/
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"linkid": "technova-solutions",
"type": "Breach",
"date": "03/2023",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"