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Energy Sector Ransomware Surge Alert

November 15, 2023
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Energy Sector Ransomware Surge Alert

The energy sector, specifically nuclear facilities and related research entities, faces an alarming surge in ransomware attacks, according to Resecurity, Inc. This cybersecurity firm, known for safeguarding major Fortune 100 and government agencies globally, highlights a disturbing trend over the past year, with ransomware attackers targeting energy installations across North America, Asia, and the European Union.

In the EU alone, reported ransomware attacks on the energy sector more than doubled in 2022 compared to the previous year. Resecurity’s research aligns with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s findings, revealing a 47% increase in known ransomware attacks in the United States between January 2020 and December 2022, with global extortions reaching at least $449.1 million in the first half of 2023.

Furthermore, the escalation of ransomware attacks on the energy sector and critical infrastructure is a cause for serious concern. Resecurity points to the heightened focus of sophisticated groups like BlackCat/ALPHV, Medusa, and LockBit 3.0 on these high-stakes targets. These threat actors operate within a collaborative ecosystem that includes underground access brokers and tool developers, providing the leverage needed to infiltrate and exploit essential systems in critical infrastructure.

Additionally, the strategic importance placed on the energy sector is evident in the collaboration between these groups and individual actors, signaling a potential goldmine for high-value data and significant ransom payouts, some exceeding $5,000,000. Resecurity has uncovered multiple instances of attacks against nuclear operators, posing a significant national security risk.

Looking forward to 2024, Resecurity analysts predict a substantial growth in targeted cyber threats. Ransomware groups are expected to prioritize high-value targets within the energy sector and its supply chain, underscoring the urgency for enhanced cybersecurity measures to mitigate potential risks and protect critical infrastructure.

Reference:

  • Ransomware Attacks Against The Energy Sector On The Rise – Nuclear And Oil & Gas Are Major Targets In 2024
Tags: AttackersCyber AlertCyber Alerts 2023CybersecurityEnergyGovernmentNovember 2023Ransomware
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