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🗞 The latest from Sky News has revealed a suspected hack of the UK's Ministry of Defence (MoD) by China. The Government suspects China was behind the hack of an armed forces payroll system. The system used by the Ministry of Defence includes names and bank details of armed forces personnel. In a very small number of cases, the data may include personal addresses. Read more about the latest story in the below. #cybaverse #cybersecurity #cyberattack #cybersecuritymanagement

The recent cyberattack targeting Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) networks is alarming, especially given prior breaches within Global Affairs Canada; we can observe increasing attacks on critical infrastructure. While the RCMP incident remains under investigation, it highlights the growing threat of sophisticated cyber operations aimed at government agencies and key economic sectors like health, energy, telecommunications, etc. ♟️❗️ Advanced persistent threats often slip past perimeter defenses to extract sensitive data over prolonged periods. 🧱🔐📡 Defending against such threats requires both technological safeguards and vigilant security governance. 🗣💬 How can Australian public and private sector leaders implement more proactive defense strategies? What workplace initiatives best equip employees to support enterprise-wide cyber resilience? Source: https://lnkd.in/g3fraHSc

Yesterday's news that 270,000 payroll records of members of the Royal Navy, the Army and the Royal Air Force were exposed in #DataBreach highlights the vital importance of #SupplyChainSecurity. The armed forces payroll system which was #hacked is outsourced to an external contractor. When using third party suppliers, organisations must take action such as: ✅ mapping their supply chain ✅ carrying out due diligence/risk assessment before engaging a contractor ✅ ensuring the contract contains a right to go in and audit contractors The National Cyber Security Centre has a collection of really useful resources on how to master your supply chain including guidance on its 12 Principles of Supply Chain Security, and eTraining modules here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eFMAnzpQ #privacy #GDPR #CCPA #DataProtection #CyberSecurity #CyberCrime https://lnkd.in/erNcMTsa

In an interconnected world, cybersecurity is not just about protecting data; it's about safeguarding our national sovereignty. Recent cyberattacks targeting Malaysia's defense system in response to its support for Palestine highlight the complex intersection of geopolitics and digital security. When cyber attackers target a nation's defense system, they can potentially execute a variety of malicious activities, including: 🔓 Data Breaches: Attackers may attempt to breach sensitive databases containing classified information, such as military strategies, troop movements, or intelligence reports. 🕵️ Espionage: Cyber attackers could aim to gather intelligence by infiltrating communication channels, monitoring emails, or eavesdropping on confidential discussions regarding national security matters. 🛑 Disruption of Operations: By gaining unauthorized access to critical systems, attackers can disrupt or disable essential services, causing chaos and hindering military operations or government functions. 🔄 Manipulation of Information: Hackers might alter or manipulate data within the defense system to spread misinformation or sow discord, potentially influencing decision-making processes or public perception. 💣 Sabotage: In more severe cases, cyber attackers may attempt to sabotage infrastructure or equipment connected to the defense system, leading to physical damage or endangering lives. 💰 Ransomware: Some attackers may deploy ransomware to encrypt critical files or systems, demanding payment in exchange for restoring access, thus causing financial and operational damage. ⚔️ Cyber Warfare: In extreme scenarios, cyberattacks on defense systems could be part of a broader cyber warfare strategy employed by hostile nations or threat actors, aiming to undermine national security and destabilize governments.

PSPF2024 Update; now with Counter Foreign Interference requirements. 'Left unchecked, foreign interference can have a corrosive effect on our national security...The best defence against foreign interference and espionage is to limit vulnerabilities that can be exploited by foreign actors, and to arm people who are possible targets with the information they need to recognise and report it'. Are you aware of, or do you have questions about the new Counter Foreign Interference requirements in the Protective Security Policy Framework 2024 (November 2024) update? Questions? Apex Sentinel Group can help. This is what we do. Daily. #AIDN #trailblazers #landforces2024 #iods https://lnkd.in/gfKniPCt

The Ministry of Defence got hacked 🚨 In a massive data breach, the target of the cyberattack was a payroll system used by both veterans and active service members. Read more here : https://lnkd.in/ejtVyTDq #cyberattack #ministryofdefence #cyberthreats #datasecurity #istorage #cybersecuritynews

🔒 Combatting Cyber Threats: Protecting Military Personnel The recent data breach affecting the UK Ministry of Defence serves as a stark reminder of the persistent cyber threats faced by governments worldwide. The exposure of personal data, including the names and banking information of thousands of serving British soldiers, sailors, and air force members, underscores the gravity of the situation. See Global News article: https://lnkd.in/dgB34K99 As a retired intelligence officer, I am deeply concerned about the implications of this breach, which may have been orchestrated by a "malign actor" with potential state support. Such attacks, often attributed to foreign states or non-state actors, pose significant risks to national security and the safety of our armed forces. I know Andrew Amaro of KLAVAN Physical and Cyber Security Services Canada, might have some thoughts on this. While Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has rightly initiated an investigation into the breach and possible contractor failings, we must acknowledge the broader threat landscape characterized by sophisticated cyber adversaries. The involvement of state-sponsored hacking groups, including those from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, cannot be underestimated. Efforts to attribute the cyberattack to a specific actor are ongoing, with speculation surrounding Chinese hackers. However, for reasons of national security, detailed information regarding the suspected cyber activity remains classified. It is imperative that we remain vigilant and proactive in our response to cyber threats, both domestically and internationally. Collaborative efforts between government agencies, private sector partners, and international allies are essential to bolster our cyber defenses and mitigate future risks. Furthermore, the recent data breach underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures, including enhanced encryption protocols, regular security audits, and employee training programs. We must prioritize the protection of sensitive military data and ensure the resilience of our digital infrastructure against evolving threats. As we navigate this challenging landscape, let us reaffirm our commitment to safeguarding our nation's security and the well-being of our military personnel. Together, we can strengthen our cyber defenses and confront the ever-present threat of cyber warfare head-on. #CyberSecurity #NationalSecurity #DataBreach #Military #CyberThreats #UKDefence

Disruptive digital attacks in the European Union, many linked to Russian-backed groups, have doubled recently, targeting election-related services. Juhan Lepassaar, head of ENISA, said that attacks with geopolitical motives have steadily risen since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Attack methods, often tested in Ukraine before targeting EU countries, are seen as part of Russia’s digital aggression across Europe. Disruptive digital attacks, many linked to Russian-backed groups, have doubled in the European Union in recent months and are also targeting election-related services, according to the EU’s top cybersecurity official. Juhan Lepassaar, head of the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, or ENISA, told The Associated Press in an interview that attacks with geopolitical motives have steadily risen since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022. “The number of hacktivist attacks (against) European infrastructure — threat actors whose main aim is to cause disruption — has doubled from the fourth quarter of 2023 to the first quarter of 2024,” Lepassaar said late Tuesday at the agency’s headquarters in Athens. RUSSIA WILL FACE CONSEQUENCES FOR ‘ABSOLUTELY INTOLERABLE’ CYBERATTACK, GERMAN FOREIGN MINISTER SAYS “It’s quite a significant increase,” he said. Executive Director of the EU Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) Juhan Lepassaar speaks during Kyiv International Cyber Resilience Forum 2024 on February 7, 2024 in Kyiv, Ukraine.  (hurricanehank/Global Images Ukraine via Getty Images) Citizens from the EU’s 27 member states will vote June 6-9 for lawmakers in the European Parliament in an election that will also shape the EU’s executive branch, the European Commission. On Wednesday, Belgian officials said police carried out searches at the residence of an employee of the European Parliament and at his office in the Parliament’s building in Brussels over suspected Russian interference. Elections, also due in the United States, Britain and multiple other countries, have alerted security agencies to the threat of disruption campaigns funded by adversaries. ENISA has led exercises and intense consultations to harden the resilience of election-related agencies in the EU for the past seven months. In an annual report for 2023, the agency noted a surge in ransomware attacks and incidents targeting public institutions. Lepassaar said that attack methods — while not always successful — were often tried out in Ukraine before being expanded to EU countries. BIPARTISAN LAWMAKERS SEEK ANSWERS FROM MAYORKAS AFTER RUSSIAN CYBERATTACKS ON WATER SYSTEMS IN US “This is part of the Russian war of aggression, which they fight physically in Ukraine, but digitally also across Europe,” he said. Experts warn that artificial intelligence tools are also being used to target Western voters at accelerating speed and scale with misleading or false information, including hyperrealistic

The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) launched a large-scale DDoS attack on Russian institutions, causing widespread service outages – according to the Ukrainska Pravda website. Key ministries, major banks, and even Russia’s largest social network, VKontakte, were affected. The attack also disrupted the civil registration system, leading to mass wedding cancellations. Despite initial claims of a telecom accident, the Federal Customs Service confirmed the DDoS attack. Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3KWAlFz #CyberSecurity #DDoSAttack #DDoS #DDoSDefense #CyberDefense #StaySafe #DDoSMitigation #DDoSVulnerabilites #DDoSVulnerabilityManagement #MazeBoltRADAR #DDoSTesting #OperationalResilience #CyberInsurance #CyberThreats #BusinessContinuity #VulnerabilityManagement

In the context of a steady escalation of geopolitical tension, the risks for corporations increase dramatically. They are more exposed to the disruption of their operations and to the theft of sensitive information including #IP and #Tradesecrets. The time is for hardening your security and improving your sensitive information and #tradesecrets management systems.