cyber attack
Coverage of cyber attack in the Nexus archive.
- China-linked hackers hit Taiwan in unprecedented ‘autonomous’ AI cyber attack
China-linked hackers struck Taiwan using an unprecedented 'autonomous' AI cyber attack. In this display of new cyberwarfare, AI agents conducted simultaneous reconnaissance and break-ins.
- Did Iran hack water systems in seven US states?
A cyber attack on water systems in seven U.S. states is suspected to be linked to Iran, despite President Donald Trump's denial. Cyber experts, however, suggest Iran likely carried out the attack based on their analysis.
- First day of school pushed back in Tenn. Co. due to cyber attack
Sumner County Schools in Tennessee delayed the first day of school from August 4th to August 10th due to a cyber attack on July 20th. The district is investigating the breach with forensic specialists and law enforcement, while new student registration has been rescheduled. Parents are advised to contact NewsChannel5 for concerns.
- Probe ordered into cyber attack against K.C. Venugopal
A probe has been ordered into a cyber attack against K.C. Venugopal. The investigation follows allegations of unauthorized digital intrusion targeting the individual.
- Two 'Scattered Spider' teen hackers who orchestrated £29million TfL cyber attack from their bedrooms are jailed for five years and six months
Two teenage members of the Scattered Spider hacking group orchestrated a £29million cyber attack on Transport for London (TfL) and were each sentenced to five years and six months in prison. The attack was conducted from their bedrooms.
- Bank of England sounds alarm over AI as fears of stock market bubble and cyber attack mount
The Bank of England has issued a warning about risks associated with AI, citing concerns over a potential stock market bubble and increased cyber attack threats.
- Prince George County government hit by cyber attack
Prince George County's government was targeted by a cyber attack, as indicated by its appearance on a website linked to cybercriminal activity. The attack has raised concerns about cybersecurity in the region.
- Medical records of 1.8 million stolen in attack on largest US public health provider
The medical records of 1.8 million individuals were stolen in a cyber attack on the largest US public health provider. The attack compromised sensitive information, putting patients' privacy at risk. The incident is under investigation.
- $13.74M Hack Shuts Down Sanctioned Grinex Exchange After Intelligence Claims
Grinex, a Kyrgyzstan-incorporated cryptocurrency exchange sanctioned by the U.K. and U.S., has suspended operations after blaming Western intelligence agencies for a $13.74 million cyber attack. The exchange claims the hack bore hallmarks of foreign intelligence involvement, leading to the theft of over $13.74 million.
- Russia-linked Grinex exchange halts operations after $13 million ‘state-backed’ hack
Russia-linked cryptocurrency exchange Grinex has halted operations following a $13 million 'state-backed' hack. The attack, allegedly involving state-sponsored actors, has raised concerns about cybersecurity in the crypto sector.
- Zephyr Energy loses £700K in cyber hit that rerouted contractor payment
Zephyr Energy plc suffered a cyber attack that redirected a £700,000 contractor payment to an attacker-controlled account. The UK-listed oil and gas company is now working to recover the lost funds.