In March 2024, Tech Innovate Inc., a leading software development company, fell victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack orchestrated by an unknown cybercriminal group. The attackers exploited a vulnerability in MOVEit, a widely used file transfer software, to gain unauthorized access to the company's internal networks. As a result, sensitive project documents, financial records, and personal data of thousands of employees were encrypted and held for ransom. Despite efforts to contain the breach and recover the data through backups, the attack significantly disrupted the company's operations, leading to substantial financial losses and damage to its reputation. The incident underscored the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures and the need for continual vigilance against emerging threats.
Source: https://konbriefing.com/en-topics/cyber-attacks.html
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"type": "Cyber Attack",
"date": "03/2024",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"