Cyber security news
Here are some recent cyber security news stories:
Ransomware Attacks
- Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack: A ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline, which transports gasoline and other refined petroleum products from Houston to New York, forced the company to shut down its operations, leading to widespread fuel shortages and price increases. (Source: CNN)
- JBS Meatpacking Ransomware Attack: JBS, a global meatpacking company, was hit by a ransomware attack that forced it to shut down its operations in the United States and Australia. (Source: Reuters)
Data Breaches
- T-Mobile Data Breach: T-Mobile announced that it had suffered a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 40 million customers. (Source: The Verge)
- Dell Data Breach: Dell announced that it had suffered a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 12,000 customers. (Source: ZDNet)
Cyber Attacks
- SolarWinds Hack: The US government has accused Russia of carrying out a massive cyber attack on SolarWinds, a software company that provides IT management tools to government agencies and private companies. (Source: The New York Times)
- Microsoft Exchange Server Hack: Microsoft announced that it had discovered a vulnerability in its Exchange Server software that had been exploited by hackers to gain access to email accounts. (Source: The Verge)
Cybersecurity Regulations
- EU's GDPR: The European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been updated to include new rules on data breach notification and consent. (Source: EurActiv)
- US's CISA: The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued new guidelines for protecting critical infrastructure from cyber attacks. (Source: CISA)
Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies
- AI-powered Cybersecurity: Researchers have developed an AI-powered cybersecurity system that can detect and respond to cyber attacks in real-time. (Source: Science Daily)
- Quantum-resistant Cryptography: Researchers have developed a new type of cryptography that is resistant to quantum computer attacks. (Source: Nature)
Cybersecurity Careers
- Cybersecurity Talent Shortage: A recent survey found that 80% of organizations are struggling to find skilled cybersecurity professionals. (Source: Cybersecurity Ventures)
- Cybersecurity Education: A new report highlights the importance of cybersecurity education and training for students and professionals. (Source: Cybersecurity Education)
These are just a few examples of recent cyber security news stories.