Public Cloud Security Breaches

TransUnion and Experian encountered a security breach caused by a hacker group from Brazil named N4ughtySecTU, who managed to circumvent their security protocols, putting at risk the financial and personal information of individuals from South Africa.

During the year 2021, the hacking group known as APT28 from Russia infiltrated a significant number of crucial networks in France. Their targets included government offices, commercial enterprises, academic institutions, research centers, and policy research groups. A variety of techniques were employed by the group, such as brute-force attacks, phishing schemes, exploiting system vulnerabilities, and compromising VPN connections. This security breach resulted in the exposure of confidential information and caused immediate disruptions within the entities that were affected. It is recommended that organizations enhance their email security protocols and consistently update their software to mitigate the risk of potential breaches in the future.

SingularityMD successfully breached the corporate network of Jeffco Public Schools, gaining access to their data with the intention of selling it to other parties. This incident highlights the importance of implementing enhanced security protocols to deter unauthorized entry and safeguard against data breaches.

In Hendersonville, there was a security breach that resulted in the exposure of specific employee information. This breach took place prior to the Thanksgiving holiday and was orchestrated by a malicious group aiming at the software responsible for overseeing city employee data. Hendersonville is currently conducting a thorough investigation into the incident with the support of governmental bodies and an external service provider.

LockBit ransomware incidents have caused significant financial losses, data theft, and ransom settlements exceeding $144 million. To combat ransomware groups effectively, the Department of State has introduced rewards and identified specific individuals connected to LockBit.