In 2020 Toll Group went twice through a ransomware attack, now Sophos which acted as a response and investigation team for the events, announces that the entry point was an account of an employee who died but remained active in the system.
Nefilim Ransomware Attack Used “Ghost” Credentials.
According to the report by Sophos, the Nefilim group responsible for the infidelity attack that was on the company’s network for about a month without the defense systems identifying suspicious activity, the user used by the attack group belonged to a deceased employee but his account was locked/deleted due to being integrated into various services.
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DORA Compliance: What Tech Vendors Need to Know
🔐 Navigating DORA: Essential Insights for Tech Vendors
The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is reshaping how tech vendors engage with EU financial institutions.
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DORA applies to all ICT service providers supporting EU financial entities, regardless of location.
Vendors may face direct regulatory oversight or contractual obligations based on the criticality of their services.
Contracts must encompass specific clauses on security, incident response, and audit rights.
Non-compliance risks include regulatory sanctions and loss of business.
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Retailers Under Siege: Cyberattacks Disrupt Operations and Expose Customer Data
🛡️ Major Retailers Hit by Cyberattacks: Is Your Business Prepared?
Recent cyberattacks on Victoria’s Secret, The North Face, and Cartier have led to operational disruptions and exposed customer data.
Key takeaways:
Victoria’s Secret temporarily shut down its website and delayed earnings release due to a cybersecurity breach.
The North Face experienced a credential stuffing attack, potentially exposing customer information.
Cartier reported unauthorized access to client data, though no financial information was compromised.
These incidents highlight the escalating cyber threats facing the retail sector.
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