TechSolutions Inc., a leading firm in cybersecurity software, faced a severe Ransomware attack in September 2023, resulting in a significant interruption to their services and the compromise of sensitive customer data including personal identification information and financial records. The attack exploited a previously unknown vulnerability within their network, leading to widespread system outages and the loss of crucial data backups. The financial consequences were dire, with the company reporting immediate revenue losses and a steep decline in customer trust. The breach not only affected TechSolution Inc.'s operational capability but also had a profound impact on its reputation in the cybersecurity industry. Following the incident, the company has pledged a comprehensive review of their security protocols and an investment in advanced prevention technologies to prevent future incidents.
Source: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/security/common-cyberattacks.html
"id": "tec712050624",
"linkid": "techsolutions-inc",
"type": "Cyber Attack",
"date": "09/2023",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"