Faltering against Ukraine, Russian hackers resort to ransomware: Researchers
Both the quantity and quality of Russian attacks appear to be falling off, and the global cybersecurity picture is looking brighter, reports Google Cloud’s Mandiant branch.
After hack, Thales defense and security project data yet to appear on dark web
Sources expressed confidence that military and security projects were not affected by the breach, but admitted that it’s possible information was stolen that has yet to be discovered or made public.
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CYBERCOM increasing intel collection in light of Russia-Ukraine conflict
“What we’re finding, though, in recent times is that ransomware is a national security imperative as well," Maj. Gen. Kevin Kennedy, director of operations for US Cyber Command, said.
Nakasone: Cold War-style deterrence ‘does not comport to cyberspace’
"Strategic competition is alive and well in cyberspace, and we're doing it every day with persistent engagement," the CYBERCOM and NSA leader said.
Nakasone Now Sees Ransomware, Influence Ops As ‘National Security’ Threats
"We aim to convey that, 'Hello, we are from the government, and we're here to help' is not a scary idea," the general joked, alluding to a famous quote by former President Reagan.
Mandiant CEO Sees ‘Coordinated National, Global Response’ As Next Advance In Cybersecurity
"Academics will sit back and say, 'Well, if you just did that and that and that, you would have avoided it.' But if there's no way to impose risk or consequences for [threat actors] doing it, your day is coming," Mandia said.
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Al-Qaida Fears In Afghanistan, But China Takes Spotlight For IC Leaders
One senior official said he wants his agency to have the urgency about China the way the US had urgency about counterterrorism after 9/11.
Senators Introduce Bill Requiring Notification Of Cyber Incidents Within 24 Hours
"We shouldn’t be relying on voluntary reporting to protect our critical infrastructure," Sen. Warner said.
Pipeline CEO Defends Company’s Cyber Info Sharing
"[Paying the ransom] was the hardest decision I've made in my 39 years in the energy industry... and I put the interest of the country first," Colonial's CEO told Congress. "I believe with all my heart [paying the ransom] was the right choice to make, but I want to respect those who see this issue differently."
DHS Cyber Order Signals Shift To ‘Mandatory Measures’
Today's pipeline directive is likely just the next in a series of actions to shore up national cybersecurity across the private sector, especially those deemed critical infrastructure. "I know there are a number of discussions on the Hill... of a broader data breach notification," Deputy National Security Advisor Anne Neuberger said today.
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Hacks Drive Growing Calls For Mandatory Cyber Data Sharing
The cyber executive order "properly emphasizes" information sharing. Sens. Peters and Portman float updating FISMA. FERC calls for mandatory pipeline cyber standards. Report says vulnerable Exchange Server "most likely culprit" at Colonial. FireEye details DarkSide's business ops.
Colonial Pipeline Cyberattack Follows Years of Warnings
"We are disappointed, though unsurprised, to learn of the cyberattack," Sen. King and Rep. Gallagher said. "We can and must be better... in navigating the threats of the Age of Cyber Aggression."
DHS: Ransomware Is National Security Threat
The Ransomware Task Force report, a comprehensive effort on this topic, includes 48 recommendations to tackle this growing threat.