Massive Cyber Assault Ravages U.S. Government Agencies, Threatens National Security

Written By BlabberBuzz | Friday, 16 June 2023 03:45 PM
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Massive Cyber Assault Ravages U.S. Government Agencies, Threatens National Security

Multiple U.S. government agencies have been targeted in a cyberattack that exploits software commonly used by governments and companies worldwide.

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is investigating the attack's origin and what information may have been stolen. The attack reportedly exploited a vulnerability in the "MOVEit" application. CISA Director Jen Easterly confirmed that the agency had issued an advisory about the vulnerability last week and is working with businesses to mitigate the risk. Easterly did not disclose which government agencies were affected by the attack.

The attack comes after the Biden administration launched a new National Cybersecurity Strategy to protect the country's critical infrastructure from cyber threats. The strategy was rolled out in response to a series of cyberattacks, including a ransomware attack on the U.S. Marshals Service that compromised sensitive information.

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Easterly stated that the agency is currently focused on mitigating the risk to federal agencies that the attack may have impacted. She also noted that businesses worldwide are at risk of being targeted by Clop Ransomware, known for stealing and extorting data.

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The incident highlights the need for businesses and government agencies to be vigilant about cybersecurity threats and to take proactive measures to mitigate the risks. The attack on Pipefitters Local 537 in Boston earlier this year resulted in a loss of $6.4 million, underscoring the financial impact of cyberattacks. The incident at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare in Florida, which forced the healthcare provider to take its IT systems offline, demonstrates the potential disruption cyberattacks can cause.

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As cyber threats continue to evolve, it is essential for organizations to stay up-to-date with the latest security measures and to work with experts to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities. The CISA urges businesses and government agencies to take proactive steps to protect their networks and systems from cyber threats.

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