Cyberattacks

U.S. Media

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30 days

Summary

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136
Narrative Items
319
About This Module

The U.S. Media module tracks a broad range of American media sources, including major television, cable, print, and online organizations.

Top Items

These narrative items are the most relevant and/or the most amplified
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Healthcare Finance News
healthcarefinancenews.com
Senators debut bill to reduce healthcare cyberattacks
U.S. Senators Jacky Rosen, Todd Young and Angus King introduce bill to reduce healthcare cyberattacks. The Healthcare Cybersecurity Act was conceived after a ransomware attack on Change Healthcare. The bill would direct the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and the Department of Health and Human Services.
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WTAE Pittsburgh
wtae.com
Cyberattacks threaten water systems, infrastructure warns EPA
EPA warns of an increase in cyberattacks on local water systems across the country. Attacks threaten to shut off supply, damage critical infrastructure and change chemical levels at treatment facilities. Already, Biden administration says foreign adversaries have already hacked some of the 50,000 water utilities. EPA reports that more than 70 percent of inspected water systems do not fully comply with security requirements.
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Homeland Security News Wire
homelandsecuritynewswire.com
Power grid, resilience, cyberattacks | Homeland Security Newswire
Startup Aims to Transform the Power Grid with Superconducting Transmission Lines. VEIR, founded by alumnus Tim Heidel, has developed technology that can move more power over long distances. The lines are designed to transport five to 10 times the amount of power of conventional transmission lines.
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Harvard Business Review
hbr.org
When Cyberattacks Are Inevitable, Focus on Cyber Resilience
Cybersecurity experts and companies need to let go of their prevention mindset and adopt one focused on resilience. Companies that have successfully built resilience have done a few things differently: built a culture of cybersecurity and practiced their responses to cyber attacks.
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Naval Technology
naval-technology.com
Surge in cyberattacks after Romania donates Patriot to Ukraine
Surge in cyberattacks after Romania donates Patriot to Ukraine. 352 direct-path attacks on Romanian government websites in a single day (2 June) Cyberattacks have predominantly targeted the websites of the Romanian President, Parliament, Ministry of Justice and Border Guard. Banking, telecommunications and transport infrastructure were also hit following President Klaus Iohannis decision to send a full Patriot system.
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American Military News
americanmilitarynews.com
US, allies accuse China State Security of directing cyberattacks
US, allies accuse China State Security of directing cyberattacks. Group known as Advanced Persistent Threat 40 targeted governments across the Indo-Pacific. Group was able to steal hundreds of unique user names and passwords in one incident in April 2022.
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ArcaMax
arcamax.com
US, allies accuse China State Security of directing cyberattacks
US, allies accuse Chinas Ministry of State Security of directing cyberattacks. Group known as Advanced Persistent Threat 40 targeted governments across the Indo-Pacific. Group was able to steal hundreds of unique user names and passwords in one incident in April 2022.
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Army Times
armytimes.com
North Korean charged in cyberattacks on US bases, defense firms
A North Korean military intelligence operative has been indicted in a conspiracy to hack into American health care providers, NASA, U.S. military bases and international entities. Rim Jong Hyok is accused of targeting of 17 entities across 11 states, including NASA, defense and energy companies in China, Taiwan and South Korea. The indictment accuses him of laundering the money through a Chinese bank and then using it to buy computer servers and fund more cyberattacks.
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Air Force Times
airforcetimes.com
North Korean charged in cyberattacks on US bases, defense firms
A North Korean military intelligence operative has been indicted in a conspiracy to hack into American health care providers, NASA, U.S. military bases and international entities. Rim Jong Hyok is accused of targeting of 17 entities across 11 states, including NASA, defense and energy companies in China, Taiwan and South Korea. The indictment accuses him of laundering the money through a Chinese bank and then using it to buy computer servers and fund more cyberattacks.
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Bleeping Computer
bleepingcomputer.com
Greece’s Land Registry agency breached in wave of 400 cyberattacks
The Land Registry agency in Greece has announced that it suffered a limited-scope data breach following a wave of 400 cyberattacks targeting its IT infrastructure over the last week. The agency said hackers managed to compromise employee terminals and steal 1.2 GB of data, corresponding to roughly 0.0006% of the total data held by the government organization. The stolen data does not contain any citizens' personal information but primarily consists of typical administrative documents, the exposure of which is not expected to impact the registry's operations.

Context

The increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, such as healthcare and water systems, highlight significant vulnerabilities in the United States and allied nations. Demographically, the U.S. has a diverse population that relies heavily on these services, making the impact of cyberattacks potentially widespread and severe. The healthcare sector, for instance, serves millions, and disruptions can lead to dire health consequences.

Economically, the financial implications of cyberattacks are substantial. Ransomware incidents can cripple healthcare providers, leading to costly recovery efforts and loss of trust. The proposed Healthcare Cybersecurity Act aims to bolster defenses, reflecting a growing recognition of cybersecurity as a national priority.

Geographically, the U.S. is vulnerable due to its extensive and interconnected infrastructure. The EPA's findings that many water systems lack adequate security measures underscore the need for improved resilience against attacks that could disrupt water supply and safety.

Politically, the involvement of foreign adversaries, such as China and North Korea, in orchestrating cyberattacks raises national security concerns. These nations have demonstrated capabilities to target not only governmental entities but also critical infrastructure, which could destabilize regions and provoke international tensions.

Military considerations are also paramount, as evidenced by the cyberattacks on the Israeli army during ongoing conflicts. The sheer volume of attacks indicates a strategic effort to undermine military operations, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures in defense sectors.

Overall, the convergence of these factors illustrates the urgent need for comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to protect vital services and maintain national security in an increasingly digital world.