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What we know about the pipeline ransomware attack: How it happened, who is responsible and more

One of the largest US fuel pipelines remained largely paralyzed Monday after a ransomware cyberattack forced the temporary shutdown of all operations late last week -- an incident that laid bare ...
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Ransomware attackers used compromised password to access Colonial Pipeline network

Ransomware attackers gained access to Colonial Pipeline's computer networks in April using a compromised password, according to the company and a cybersecurity firm it hired -- leading to the ...

In the face of growing cyber threats, pipeline security must be a priority

In May 2021, Americans received a stark reminder that the infrastructure powering our country is not immune to attack.
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Colonial reportedly paid nearly $5 million ransom to bring pipeline computers back online

(NEXSTAR) – The company struck by a ransom attack paid nearly $5 million in ransom funds in the form of cryptocurrency, according to Bloomberg. Media outlets had reported Wednesday that Colonial ...