Ransomware attack hits Nevada state offices, CISA steps in

🚨 A major wake-up call for state cybersecurity: Nevada temporarily shut down in-person state services due to a 'network security incident' early this morning. As digital infrastructure becomes essential to public service delivery, so does the risk of disruptions. According to recent trends, ransomware attacks on government agencies increased by 47% last year alone. Are state systems truly prepared for the evolving cybersecurity landscape? What steps should governments take to better protect digital assets? #CyberSecurity #DigitalInfrastructure #PublicSectorTech

Federal agencies face growing threats from sophisticated ransomware attacks, yet many lack a fully coordinated defense strategy. A recent report showed that while 73% of federal agencies hit by ransomware in 2024 paid a ransom, only a fraction were prepared to respond effectively. That’s where a multi-layered, end-to-end cybersecurity strategy becomes essential, one that integrates proactive detection, protection, rapid recovery, and resilience. Merlin Cyber's ransomware protection offering delivers this holistic approach, combining: - Automated prevention and real-time response tools - AI-powered credential security and lateral movement detection - Rapid recovery and backup strategies tailored for federal environments Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e6tbU2Fb #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #FederalIT #Resilience #ZeroTrust #PublicSectorSecurity

Alarming Gaps Identified In Organisations' Data Recovery Capabilities: Restoring Lost Data - Treating backups as an integral part of cyber defence could be the difference between swift recovery and catastrophic loss. https://ow.ly/7gHf50WYUGf #cybersecurity

Two teenagers have been charged in connection with a significant £39M cyber attack on Transport for London. The incident is linked to the Scattered Spider threat actor group, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures. As cyber threats evolve, we must stay vigilant and proactive in safeguarding our digital infrastructure. Strengthening defenses against such sophisticated attacks is crucial for protecting essential services and public trust. #cybersecurity #transport #cyberattack #Threathunting #informationsecurity https://lnkd.in/evajCTYm

A recent ransomware attack has disrupted several key government services in the US state of Nevada. Authorities have confirmed that data was compromised and some law enforcement agencies have had to revert to manual operations. This incident underscores the vulnerability of critical public services to cyber threats and the importance of proactive security measures. As organisations across the UK continue to digitise essential services, it serves as a timely reminder to assess and strengthen cyber resilience. https://lnkd.in/eMeEddF4 #CyberAttack #Ransomware #CyberSecurity #CyberSec #CyberRisk

A new ransomware variant, HybridPetya, is making headlines for its advanced tactics inspired by previous threats. #ransomware #cybersecurity HybridPetya targets critical UEFI systems, borrowing destructive strategies from Petya and NotPetya, and exploits the CVE-2024-7344 vulnerability. Its innovative approach poses a significant risk to organizations by threatening both data integrity and system boot processes. Read more: https://lnkd.in/d7CCDpH2 CyberSecTV brings you the latest cybersecurity news from across the EU. Contact us: newsroom@cybersectv.eu #threatintel #infosec #dataprotection #malware #UEFI #Petya #NotPetya #CVE20247344

On 6 August 2024, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) released version 4 of the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF). This update is a major step forward for UK cybersecurity, arriving as coordinated attacks such as ransomware and data breaches continue to rise. Incidents across both the public and private sectors from government agencies to large retailers show that even well-resourced organisations remain vulnerable, while many SMEs quietly pay ransoms to avoid disclosure. CAF v4 underlines that the UK government, through the NCSC, is treating cybersecurity as a national priority and not a moment too soon. #DefenseThroughAwareness #CAFv4 #NCSC #Cybersecurity #Ransomware #DataBreach

Firelands Scientific in the US has been hit by ransomware from the threat actor Rhysida, risking exposure of sensitive data. This highlights growing cyber threats in the United States. #Rhysida #Ransomware #UnitedStates link: https://ift.tt/fUceXkV

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Boards say “never negotiate”. But if push came to shove? Most wouldn’t. The UK’s public sector might soon be forced to prove it. Cyber emergencies don’t give boards the luxury of theory - only response. 💬 Would your organisation really hold the line? 📖 Read our full take: Ransomware Rules and Realities: Why UK Businesses Say One Thing and Do Another https://lnkd.in/dsEv-jar #Cybersecurity #Ransomware #EmergencyResponse #EnhaloCyber