22 Sep Security Breach – 22 Sep 2023
Cybersecurity is one of the biggest concerns for business leaders in today’s digital world. It doesn’t matter what size a company is or what industry it belongs to — cybercriminals spare no organisation. Last year saw a 38% increase in cyberattacks globally while small and medium-sized businesses experienced a whopping 424% increase in cyberattacks in the last two years.
With threats increasing in frequency and sophistication, business leaders must also contend with a shortage of cybersecurity talent and tight budgets. These factors make it more difficult for companies to protect their data, users and operations.
Endpoint detection and response (EDR) is a security solution that helps detect suspicious activity on endpoints. It helps identify and respond to malware, ransomware and other threats.
WithSecure EDR takes a more focused approach to identifying and remedying threats on laptops, servers and other devices, providing greater visibility into IT infrastructures and raise the level of threat intelligence. They also helps your IT teams respond to issues faster and more effectively.
Recent Breaches
Australia – BG Group – Australia – Fuel Supplier
Exploit: Supply Chain Attack
Risk to Business: Severe: BG Group, a company owned by Shell, is the latest company to admit that it suffered a data breach thanks to the MOVE-it transfer protocol exploit. Shell said that the stolen employee data was very old, dating from 2013, but that the personal details could still put people at risk of phishing attacks. The company began informing affected staff members in early July. More than 600 businesses have been impacted by the MOVEit exploit.
New Zealand – Auckland Transport (AT) – Transportation Authority
Exploit: Ransomware
Risk to Business: Severe: Auckland, New Zealand’s transportation authority has reported that some of its systems were taken offline following a ransomware attack. The government-owned regional transportation authority in the Auckland region is responsible for public transportation, roads and other infrastructure. AT said that it is experiencing issues with its integrated ticketing and fares system HOP, impacting the ways that customers can top up fare cards. AT has assured the public that they are rebuilding the damaged system as quickly as possible.
Talk to a TCT team member today about implementing cyber security and phishing training plan for your employees.
Robert Brown
22/09/2023
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