cybersecurity breach
Nevada's Major Cybersecurity Breach: May 2023 Ransomware Attack Discovered Months Later Costing $1.5 Million to Resolve
Nov 06, 2025 03:27 pm CST
Nevada faced a significant ransomware attack that began in May when a state employee inadvertently downloaded malicious software, though it was only discovered in August. The cyberattack disrupted government services including driver's license issuance and background checks, costing $1.5 million to resolve. While officials maintain no ransom was paid, the incident highlights growing cybersecurity challenges facing state governments and the importance of implementing robust protective measures.
Former L3Harris Executive Charged with Selling US Cybersecurity Trade Secrets to Russia for $1.3 Million
Oct 24, 2025 10:20 am CST
A former executive of L3Harris Trenchant has been charged with selling eight sensitive trade secrets to Russian buyers for $1.3 million. Peter Williams, who resigned in August 2025, allegedly misappropriated cybersecurity hacking tools from the government contractor, raising significant national security concerns. Federal prosecutors are seeking forfeiture of property and luxury items, with an arraignment scheduled for October 29.
Jaguar Land Rover Cyberattack Costs British Economy $2.5 Billion: Widespread Impact Across 5,000 Organizations
Oct 22, 2025 10:25 pm CST
A devastating cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover in August 2023 caused an estimated $2.55 billion in damage to the British economy, affecting over 5,000 organizations and forcing a six-week manufacturing shutdown. The Cyber Monitoring Centre has classified it as the most economically damaging cyber event in UK history, primarily impacting JLR's production capabilities and its extensive supply chain network.
FBI Investigates Chinese Hackers Targeting Major US Law Firms in Sophisticated Cyber Campaign
Oct 08, 2025 08:27 am CST
The FBI is investigating multiple cyber intrusions at prominent US law firms allegedly conducted by Chinese hackers, with Williams & Connolly confirming unauthorized access to attorney email accounts through a zero-day vulnerability. While the firm states no client files were compromised from their databases, the incident highlights ongoing concerns about China's alleged cyber campaigns targeting American intellectual property and sensitive information.
Hackers Steal Client Data From Gucci, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen: Report
Sep 16, 2025 12:30 am CST
Hackers have stolen the private details of potentially millions of customers from luxury brands Gucci, Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen in an attack on the labels' French parent company Kering, the BBC reported.