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Energy giant Schneider Electric hit by Cactus ransomware attack

Bleeping Computer

JANUARY 29, 2024

Energy management and automation giant Schneider Electric suffered a Cactus ransomware attack leading to the theft of corporate data, according to people familiar with the matter. [.]

Ransomware

Hackers Hit Indian Defense, Energy Sectors with Malware Posing as Air Force Invite

The Hacker News

MARCH 27, 2024

Indian government entities and energy companies have been targeted by unknown threat actors with an aim to deliver a modified version of an open-source information stealer malware called HackBrowserData and exfiltrate sensitive information in some cases by using Slack as command-and-control (C2).

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Malware Phishing Government

LockBit Ransomware Targets German Energy Agency Dena

Heimadal Security

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Dena, the reputed German Energy Agency, is said to have fallen victim to the notorious LockBit ransomware group. LockBit Ransomware’s Message (source) Dena has previously […] The post LockBit Ransomware Targets German Energy Agency Dena appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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US Energy Company Reveals How Akira Ransomware Compromised its Systems

Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 25, 2023

BHI Energy, a US energy services company linked to Westinghouse Electric Company, has revealed specifics about a cyberattack on their systems. The Akira ransomware group is responsible for the breach that took place on May 30, 2023.

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US energy firm shares how Akira ransomware hacked its systems

Bleeping Computer

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In a rare display of transparency, US energy services firm BHI Energy details how the Akira ransomware operation breached their networks and stole the data during the attack. [.]

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Dark Web Threats Target Energy Industry as Cybercrime Tactics Shift

Security Boulevard

JUNE 2, 2023

The energy industry is increasingly targeted by malicious actors and threat groups through activity on the dark web, according to a report from Searchlight Cyber, which detailed numerous instances of threat actors selling initial access to energy organizations around the world. These include targets in the U.S.,

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A cyber attack hit the Australian software provider Energy One

Security Affairs

AUGUST 22, 2023

The Australian software provider Energy One announced it was hit by a cyberattack last week that affected certain corporate systems in Australia and the UK. The Australian software provider Energy One announced that a cyberattack hit certain corporate systems in Australia and the UK last week. concludes the annoucement.

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New Findings Challenge Attribution in Denmark's Energy Sector Cyberattacks

The Hacker News

JANUARY 14, 2024

The cyber attacks targeting the energy sector in Denmark last year may not have had the involvement of the Russia-linked Sandworm hacking group, new findings from Forescout show.

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Energy bill rebate scams spread via SMS and email

Graham Cluley

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has warned that fraudsters are sending out emails and SMS texts urging homeowners to sign up for a discount on their energy bills.

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Denmark’s Energy Sector Faces Increasing Cyberattack Risk

Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

According to information disclosed by Denmark’s cyber security center, SektorCERT, in May this year, a coordinated cyber assault targeted 22 Danish energy companies.

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Penetration Testing Risk

Projecting Future Solar Energy Requirements: A Journey into Sustainable Power

SecureBlitz

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In this post, I will talk about projecting future solar energy requirements. Picture this: a world where energy is abundant, clean, and accessible to everyone. A world where the power of the sun fuels our homes, businesses, and dreams.

Cybersecurity

Microsoft starts testing new Windows 11 Energy Saver feature

Bleeping Computer

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Microsoft has started testing a new Windows 11 Energy Saver feature that helps customers extend their portable computers' battery life.

DOE Puts Up $70 Million to Secure US Energy Infrastructure

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 8, 2024

The federal government will spend as much as $70 million for technologies that will create a more resilient energy delivery infrastructure that is better protected against a range of threats, including from cybercriminals. The post DOE Puts Up $70 Million to Secure US Energy Infrastructure appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Rhysida Ransomware Strikes Again: China Energy Engineering Corporation Falls Victim

Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

The Chinese firm China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC), a leading entity in the nation’s energy and infrastructure sectors, has fallen prey to cybercriminals.

Engineering

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Siemens Energy confirms data breach after MOVEit data-theft attack

Bleeping Computer

JUNE 27, 2023

Siemens Energy has confirmed that data was stolen during the recent Clop ransomware data-theft attacks using a zero-day vulnerability in the MOVEit Transfer platform. [.]

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Protecting the energy sector’s industrial IoT

Security Boulevard

JANUARY 24, 2022

In particular, the energy sector is seeing wide implementation, from the equipment used in oil and gas extraction, to the tools monitoring an … Continue reading "Protecting the energy sector’s industrial IoT". The post Protecting the energy sector’s industrial IoT appeared first on Trusted Computing Group.

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North Korean cyberespionage actor Lazarus targets energy providers with new malware

Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Lazarus, a North Korean cyberespionage group, keeps hitting energy providers in the U.S., The post North Korean cyberespionage actor Lazarus targets energy providers with new malware appeared first on TechRepublic. Canada and Japan with a new malware arsenal.

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Ransomware and energy and utilities

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2021

This is a blog series focused on providing energy and utility industries with helpful insights and practical, helpful information on cybersecurity. The exponential growth of IoT devices in the energy and utilities industry has greatly increased focus on cybersecurity. First is an… Posted by: Theresa Lanowitz. Read full post.

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Bitter APT group targets China’s nuclear energy sector

Security Affairs

MARCH 28, 2023

Intezer researchers reported that a South Asian espionage group, tracked as Bitter, is targeting the Chinese nuclear energy industry. Intezer researchers uncovered a cyberespionage campaign targeting the Chinese nuclear energy sector, they linked it to the Bitter APT group. ” reads the report published by Intezer.

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Danish Energy Attacks Portend Targeting More Critical Infrastructure

Dark Reading

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Targeted attacks against two dozen related companies is just the latest evidence that hackers want a piece of energy.

Smart Grid, Energy Management and IoT

Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 2, 2021

The post Smart Grid, Energy Management and IoT appeared first on Speranza. The post Smart Grid, Energy Management and IoT appeared first on Security Boulevard. These gadgets range with sophisticated industrial tooling from basic home items. 1: Description image for IoT (Source: [link] [.].

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Monitoring the dark web to identify threats to energy sector organizations

Security Affairs

MAY 17, 2023

Searchlight Cyber researchers warn of threat actors that are offering on the dark web access to energy sector organizations. Dark web intelligence firm Searchlight Cyber published a report that analyzes how threat actors in the dark web prepare their malicious operations against energy organizations. We are in the final!

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Operational Technology Cybersecurity in the Energy Sector

Tech Republic Security

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Operational technology (OT) is essential to today’s industrial processes and equipment, not least of which in the energy sector. The development and distribution of energy benefits greatly from digital transformation and the addition of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and monitoring systems.

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Scammers send fake 'Energy Bills Support Scheme' texts

Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Watch out for an energy-themed scam being sent out via SMS. The message plays on energy price fears, similar to what we’ve seen previously. The £400 energy bill discount is automatic, you don’t need to register or share any details with anyone. Energy Bills Support Scheme. How to avoid energy scams.

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How password fatigue can cost organizations time, money and mental energy

Tech Republic Security

MAY 12, 2022

The post How password fatigue can cost organizations time, money and mental energy appeared first on TechRepublic. On average, companies lose $480 worth of productivity per employee per year due to the time spent dealing with password problems, says Beyond Identity.

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Vulnerabilities found in Bluetooth Low Energy gives hackers access to numerous devices

Tech Republic Security

MAY 17, 2022

The post Vulnerabilities found in Bluetooth Low Energy gives hackers access to numerous devices appeared first on TechRepublic. NCC Group has found proof of concept that BLE devices can be exploited from anywhere on the planet.

Threat Intelligence and Energy and Utilities

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 10, 2021

This is the second in a blog series dedicated to the energy and utility industries. It is increasingly common to hear about cyber threats to energy and utility industries. All too often it seems as though energy and utility companies are put in a defensive position to battle it out with these cyber intruders. Introduction.

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Energy One Investigates Cyberattack

Dark Reading

AUGUST 21, 2023

Energy One is trying to determine the initial point of entry and whether personal information has been compromised.

Unmasking Sandworm: Forescout’s Analysis of Danish and Ukrainian Energy Cyberattacks

Penetration Testing

JANUARY 15, 2024

In the landscape of cybersecurity, the energy sector remains a critical area vulnerable to sophisticated cyberattacks.

Penetration Testing

Penetration Testing Cybersecurity

Another GoAnywhere Attack Affects Japanese Giant Hitachi Energy

Heimadal Security

MARCH 22, 2023

Hitachi Energy confirmed that it was the victim of a data breach, part of the GoAnywhere attacks. The Japanese engineering and technology giant provides energy solutions and power systems. Hitachi Energy has a $10 billion yearly income. Hitachi Energy has a $10 billion yearly income.

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Ransomware attack hits Suncor Energy disrupting fuel station payments across Canada

CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 26, 2023

Numerous gas and fuel filling stations throughout Canada experienced significant disruptions in processing credit card and reward points-based payments due to a cyber attack on Suncor Energy, the parent company.

Energy and Utilities

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Expert: Cyberattacks in the energy sector put lives in danger

Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 18, 2021

Zero-trust is a good way to prevent hackers from gaining control of our infrastructure and energy industries, expert says.

Top tips to save energy used by your electronic devices

We Live Security

DECEMBER 1, 2022

With the rapidly rising energy prices putting a strain on many households, what are some quick wins to help reduce the power consumption of your gadgets? The post Top tips to save energy used by your electronic devices appeared first on WeLiveSecurity.

Iranian hackers target energy sector with new DNS backdoor

Bleeping Computer

JUNE 10, 2022

The Iranian Lycaeum APT hacking group uses a new.NET-based DNS backdoor to conduct attacks on companies in the energy and telecommunication sectors. [.].

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Cyber espionage campaign targets renewable energy companies

Bleeping Computer

JANUARY 17, 2022

A large-scale cyber-espionage campaign targeting primarily renewable energy and industrial technology organizations have been discovered to be active since at least 2019, targeting over fifteen entities worldwide. [.].

Technology

Cactus ransomware gang claims the theft of 1.5TB of data from Energy management and industrial automation firm Schneider Electric

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The Cactus ransomware gang claims the theft of 1.5TB of data from the Energy management and industrial automation firm Schneider Electric. The Cactus ransomware group claims responsibility for pilfering 1.5TB of data from the Energy management and industrial automation giant Schneider Electric.

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Hitachi Energy confirms data breach after Clop GoAnywhere attacks

Bleeping Computer

MARCH 17, 2023

Hitachi Energy confirmed it suffered a data breach after the Clop ransomware gang stole data using a zero-day GoAnyway zero-day vulnerability. [.]

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Build Cyber Resilience with Distributed Energy Systems

Trend Micro

JANUARY 10, 2024

Protect against cybersecurity vulnerabilities & cyber threats by building strategic defenses in Distributed Energy Generation (DEG) systems & infrastructures.

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Iran’s Atomic Energy Agency Confirms Hack

Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The Iranian Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI) confirms that one of the email servers of its subsidiaries was hacked after the “Black Reward” hacking group published online the stolen data. The post Iran’s Atomic Energy Agency Confirms Hack appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Suncor Energy cyberattack impacts Petro-Canada gas stations

Bleeping Computer

JUNE 26, 2023

Petro-Canada gas stations across Canada are impacted by technical problems preventing customers from paying with credit card or rewards points as its parent company, Suncor Energy, discloses they suffered a cyberattack. [.]

Operation FlightNight: Indian Government and Energy Sector Breached in Targeted Cyber Espionage Campaign

Penetration Testing

MARCH 28, 2024

A new report from EclecticIQ analysts has uncovered a sophisticated cyber espionage campaign dubbed “Operation FlightNight” The attackers, using a modified version of an open-source tool, have successfully infiltrated multiple Indian government agencies and... The post Operation FlightNight: Indian Government and Energy Sector (..)

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Hitachi Energy breached by Clop gang through GoAnywhere Zero-Day exploitation

Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2023

Hitachi Energy disclosed a data breach, the Clop ransomware gang stole the company data by exploiting the recent GoAnywhere zero-day flaw. ” Hitachi Energy immediately launched an investigation into the incident and disconnected the compromised system. Employees who may be affected have been informed and we are providing support.

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Suncor Energy Cyberattack Impacts Petro-Canada Gas Station Payment Operations

Heimadal Security

JUNE 27, 2023

After parent company Suncor Energy revealed they were the target of a cyberattack, customers at Petro-Canada gas stations across Canada reported technical issues that prevented them from using credit cards or rewards points to pay.

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CISA JCDC Will Focus on Energy Sector

Security Affairs

APRIL 5, 2023

Strengthen operational integration and collaboration with members of the energy sector. Cyber Risk in the Energy Sector Public utilities have been put to the test as attacks by bad actors have risen sharply in recent years. Q3 ‘22 saw a record number of attacks on the energy market, a trend that is not expected to slow down.

Energy and Utilities

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Energy giant Schneider Electric hit by Cactus ransomware attack

Hackers Hit Indian Defense, Energy Sectors with Malware Posing as Air Force Invite

Trending Sources

LockBit Ransomware Targets German Energy Agency Dena

US Energy Company Reveals How Akira Ransomware Compromised its Systems

US energy firm shares how Akira ransomware hacked its systems

Dark Web Threats Target Energy Industry as Cybercrime Tactics Shift

A cyber attack hit the Australian software provider Energy One

New Findings Challenge Attribution in Denmark's Energy Sector Cyberattacks

Energy bill rebate scams spread via SMS and email

Denmark’s Energy Sector Faces Increasing Cyberattack Risk

Projecting Future Solar Energy Requirements: A Journey into Sustainable Power

Microsoft starts testing new Windows 11 Energy Saver feature

DOE Puts Up $70 Million to Secure US Energy Infrastructure

Rhysida Ransomware Strikes Again: China Energy Engineering Corporation Falls Victim

Siemens Energy confirms data breach after MOVEit data-theft attack

Protecting the energy sector’s industrial IoT

North Korean cyberespionage actor Lazarus targets energy providers with new malware

Ransomware and energy and utilities

Bitter APT group targets China’s nuclear energy sector

Danish Energy Attacks Portend Targeting More Critical Infrastructure

Smart Grid, Energy Management and IoT

Monitoring the dark web to identify threats to energy sector organizations

Operational Technology Cybersecurity in the Energy Sector

Scammers send fake 'Energy Bills Support Scheme' texts

How password fatigue can cost organizations time, money and mental energy

Vulnerabilities found in Bluetooth Low Energy gives hackers access to numerous devices

Threat Intelligence and Energy and Utilities

Energy One Investigates Cyberattack

Unmasking Sandworm: Forescout’s Analysis of Danish and Ukrainian Energy Cyberattacks

Another GoAnywhere Attack Affects Japanese Giant Hitachi Energy

Ransomware attack hits Suncor Energy disrupting fuel station payments across Canada

Expert: Cyberattacks in the energy sector put lives in danger

Top tips to save energy used by your electronic devices

Iranian hackers target energy sector with new DNS backdoor

Cyber espionage campaign targets renewable energy companies

Cactus ransomware gang claims the theft of 1.5TB of data from Energy management and industrial automation firm Schneider Electric

Hitachi Energy confirms data breach after Clop GoAnywhere attacks

Build Cyber Resilience with Distributed Energy Systems

Iran’s Atomic Energy Agency Confirms Hack

Suncor Energy cyberattack impacts Petro-Canada gas stations

Operation FlightNight: Indian Government and Energy Sector Breached in Targeted Cyber Espionage Campaign

Hitachi Energy breached by Clop gang through GoAnywhere Zero-Day exploitation

Suncor Energy Cyberattack Impacts Petro-Canada Gas Station Payment Operations

CISA JCDC Will Focus on Energy Sector

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