A cyber attack is a deliberate exploitation of computer systems, networks, and technology-dependent enterprises. These attacks use malicious code to alter computer code, logic, or data, resulting in disruptive consequences that can compromise data and lead to cybercrimes such as information and identity theft.
– The ICO in the UK have issued a fine of £14m to Capita for failing to ensure the security of personal data related to a breach in 2023 that saw hackers steal millions of people’s information.
Read More– U.S. cybersecurity firm F5 announced on Wednesday that unknown threat actors breached its systems and stole files containing portions of BIG-IP’s source code as well as details about undisclosed product vulnerabilities.
Read More– A cyberattack on Collins Aerospace, the company behind check-in and boarding systems for airlines worldwide, caused major disruptions at several European airports today — including London’s Heathrow, the busiest in Europe.
Read More– The recent cyber incident is having a significant impact on Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and on the wider automotive supply chain.
Read MorePeter Green Chilled, a transport provider serving several major UK supermarkets, has fallen victim to a cyberattack involving a ransom demand.
Read MoreOn Wednesday 23rd April, the UK Government became aware of a cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency’s online digital services. These are the services through which legal aid providers log their work and receive payment from the Government.
Read MoreM&S have issued a statement on their website where they confirm that some personal customer data has been taken in a recent cyber attack.
Read MoreThe cyber criminals behind this attack claim to have the private information of 20 million people who signed up to Co-op’s membership scheme, but the co-op would not confirm that number. The criminals are using the name DragonForce, say they are also responsible for the attack on M&S and Harrods.
Read MoreMarks & Spencer (M&S) has announced that it has suspended online orders as it works to recover from a cyber attack. Customers first reported issues over the weekend, and by Tuesday, the retailer confirmed it was dealing with a “cyber incident.”
Read MoreIn June 2022, Merseyside-based DPP Law Ltd (DPP) suffered a cyber attack which affected access to the firm’s IT systems for over a week. A third-party consulting firm established that a brute force attempt gained access to an administrator account that was used to access a legacy case management system.
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