Colossal Kaseya ransomware attack affecting companies around the world
On July 2, threat actors launched a cyber attack against users of IT management software company Kaseya’s “VSA” remote monitoring and management application. The hackers compromised the VSA application and used it as a springboard to deploy REvil/Sodinokibi ransomware on some VSA users. One security researcher has characterized the incident as a “colossal and devastating supply chain attack”. According to the Washington Post, “because […]
Latest Cybersecurity News 2021-06-21 Edition
Follow ISA Cybersecurity on LinkedIn for the latest cybersecurity news Weekly CyberTip: Ask for the vendors’ certifications Are you sure your service providers and suppliers are as concerned about security as you are? Make sure you always vet the cyber posture of third parties, and apply the same security rigour to your extended network as you do to your own systems. Ask for the vendors’ […]
Latest Cybersecurity News 2021-06-15 Edition
Follow ISA Cybersecurity on LinkedIn for the latest cybersecurity news Weekly CyberTip: Protect your personal financial information Legitimate companies won’t ask you for your credit card number, bank account information, or other sensitive financial information by email or over the phone. If you are unsure about a message you’ve received, reach out to the company […]