Security Affairs

OCTOBER 4, 2021

ChamelGang APT is a new cyberespionage group that focuses on fuel and energy organizations and aviation industry in Russia. ChamelGang is a new APT group that was first spotted in March by researchers at security firm Positive Technologies, it targets Russian companies in the energy and aviation industry.

Energy and Utilities 101

Energy and Utilities Phishing IT Access 101

IBM Big Data Hub

APRIL 22, 2024

We believe there are three core areas that every organization should focus on: sustainability strategy and reporting; energy transition and climate resilience; and intelligent asset, facility and infrastructure management. This Earth Day, we are calling for action to conserve our scarcest resource: the planet.

Energy and Utilities 83

Energy and Utilities IoT Data collection Analytics 83

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 14, 2022

Cobalt Strike was created a decade ago by Raphael Mudge as a tool for security professionals. Indeed, the tool can assess vulnerabilities and run penetration tests , while most tools on the market cannot do both. The tool is so powerful that black hat hackers and international threat groups have added it to their arsenal.

Energy and Utilities 125

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Communications Security 125

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

For its part, DigiCert has continued to advance it’s DigiCert ONE platform of tools and services to help companies manage their digital certificates and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI.) A starting point Nelson Leveraging advanced tools and embracing emerging best practices is all well and good for the trust leaders.

Energy and Utilities 257

Energy and Utilities IoT Manufacturing Encryption 257

Data Protection Report

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

The proposed incentive-based treatments for cybersecurity investments would also be available to non-public utilities to the extent that they have FERC-jurisdictional rates. Background. The CIP Reliability Standards require entities to comply with specific requirements to safeguard critical cyber assets.

Cybersecurity 62

Cybersecurity Energy and Utilities Risk Security 62

IBM Big Data Hub

MARCH 18, 2024

New developments in renewable energy are making headlines and inspiring hope in communities worldwide, from a remote Arctic village working to harness solar and wind power under challenging conditions to a U.S. Air Force base planning an advanced, utility-scale geothermal power system. Let’s take a look at both.

Energy and Utilities 18

Energy and Utilities Artificial Intelligence Mining Manufacturing 18

IBM Big Data Hub

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Urban planning Governments use GIS data and GIS-based solutions for urban planning: zoning and land use projects, natural disaster and health event response, roadway system and building design, utility distribution, energy production, and waste and resource management.

Energy and Utilities 103

Energy and Utilities Artificial Intelligence IoT Agriculture 103

IBM Big Data Hub

AUGUST 2, 2023

Support technicians can utilize their technology background to find creative solutions as new issues arise. It utilizes natural language processing (NLP) to assist customer care and support employees with internal processes. I was able to leverage my passion for software and technology to explore my interests in a variety of fields.

IT 70

IT Energy and Utilities Customer Experience Artificial Intelligence 70

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Since January 2020, affiliates utilizing LockBit have targeted organizations of diverse sizes spanning critical infrastructure sectors such as financial services, food and agriculture, education, energy, government and emergency services, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation. on January 5, 2020.

Energy and Utilities 116

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Agriculture Financial Services 116

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

Security experts at Proofpoint observed a new wave of phishing attacks aimed at US Utilities in an attempt to deliver the LookBack RAT. Security experts at Proofpoint have discovered a new series of phishing attacks targeting entities US utilities in an attempt to deliver the LookBack RAT. nceess [. ] Nceess [. ]

Phishing 79

Phishing Energy and Utilities Privacy Security 79

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Bad actors will leverage these regulations as tools for manipulation and extortion, echoing the tactics employed by certain ransomware operators who threaten victims with GDPR compliance violations and regulatory fines. This strategy goes beyond just deploying the latest technologies to combat AI and mobile threats.

Energy and Utilities 124

Energy and Utilities Artificial Intelligence Ransomware Data breaches 124

Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2024

In the most recent campaign, the group targeted organizations in the communications, manufacturing, utility, transportation, construction, maritime, government, information technology, and education sectors. The group also relies on customized versions of open-source tools for C2 communications and to stay under the radar.

Energy and Utilities 109

Energy and Utilities Communications Military Manufacturing 109

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In the most recent campaign, the group targeted organizations in the communications, manufacturing, utility, transportation, construction, maritime, government, information technology, and education sectors. The group also relies on customized versions of open-source tools for C2 communications and to stay under the radar.

Energy and Utilities 119

Energy and Utilities Communications Military Manufacturing 119

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 21, 2018

Attackers are targeting high-value servers using a three of hacking tools from NSA arsenal, including DarkPulsar, that were leaked by the Shadow Brokers hacker group. The hackers used the powerful cyber weapons to compromise systems used in aerospace, nuclear energy, R&D, and other industries.

Energy and Utilities 104

Energy and Utilities Authentication Security IT 104

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“As early as 2022, APT28 actors had utilized compromised EdgeRouters to facilitate covert cyber operations against governments, militaries, and organizations around the world.” APT28 had utilized compromised Ubiquiti EdgeRouters as a command-and-control infrastructure for MASEPIE backdoors. ” reads the joint report.

Energy and Utilities 108

Energy and Utilities Military Government Phishing 108

IBM Big Data Hub

JULY 26, 2023

AI tools like ChatGPT are grabbing headlines, but other AI techniques and tools specifically designed for enterprises are quietly helping companies meet their sustainability goals. Discover the current and emerging use cases for AI in waste management, optimization, energy reduction and ESG reporting.

Energy and Utilities 77

Energy and Utilities Agriculture Manufacturing Risk 77

IBM Big Data Hub

MAY 12, 2023

Currently, data centers are a significant source of organizations’ energy usage and carbon emissions. The tool identifies carbon-intensive usage areas (or “hotspots”) and analyzes potential changes in emissions over time as enterprises migrate workloads and rearchitect applications.

Cloud 78

Cloud Energy and Utilities Digital transformation Communications 78

Security Affairs

APRIL 2, 2023

Files leaked by Russian IT contractor NTC Vulkan show that Russia-linked Sandworm APT requested it to develop offensive tools. Documents leaked from Russian IT contractor NTC Vulkan show it was likely involved in the development of offensive tools. Mandiant did not identify any evidence indicating how or when the tools could be used.

Energy and Utilities 96

Energy and Utilities Education Ransomware IT 96

CGI

AUGUST 21, 2018

Utilities Digital Journey Insights (Part 2): Unlocking executive priorities for innovation. This series of blog posts builds on the 2018 CGI Client Global Insights, providing insights into how utilities are making progress toward digital transformation. Utilities recognize the need to accelerate the pace of change.

Energy and Utilities 40

Energy and Utilities Digital transformation IoT Customer Experience 40

IBM Big Data Hub

MARCH 21, 2024

Frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch and Apache Spark MLlib support distributed computing paradigms, enabling efficient utilization of resources and faster time-to-insight. Utilize performance monitoring tools to identify bottlenecks, resource contention and underutilized resources.

Energy and Utilities 66

Energy and Utilities Artificial Intelligence Cloud Communications 66

Security Affairs

APRIL 19, 2023

Mint Sandstorm also used custom tools in selected targets, notably organizations in the energy and transportation sectors. .” In the last stage of the attack, the subgroup deploys a custom malware variant, such as Drokbk or Soldier instead of using publicly available tools and simple scripts. ” concludes Microsoft.

Energy and Utilities 96

Energy and Utilities Military Education Phishing 96

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

LockBit had a bespoke data exfiltration tool, known as Stealbit, which was used by affiliates to steal victim data. The LockBit ransomware operation operated under a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model, recruiting affiliates to carry out ransomware attacks through the utilization of LockBit ransomware tools and infrastructure.

Energy and Utilities 99

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Agriculture Manufacturing 99

IBM Big Data Hub

JULY 10, 2023

Vibration analysis (or vibration monitoring) is a powerful diagnostic tool for identifying, monitoring and preventing mechanical failures in rotating and reciprocating machinery. At its core, vibration analysis is the study of the oscillatory motions of machines and their components around an established equilibrium point.

Energy and Utilities 57

Energy and Utilities IT Manufacturing Risk 57

IBM Big Data Hub

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

For instance, when utility officials are aware that a heat wave is on its way, they can plan energy procurement to prevent power outages. An earlier model built through the IBM-NASA partnership became a tool to help scientists map urban heat islands in the United Arab Emirates and monitor reforestation in Kenya.

Energy and Utilities 119

Energy and Utilities Artificial Intelligence Agriculture Risk 119

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Attackers use tools and features that are already available in the systems they’re targeting so they look like legitimate users — until they steal your crown jewels. Attackers use tools and features that are already available in the systems they’re targeting so they look like legitimate users — until they steal your crown jewels.

Energy and Utilities 190

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Access Security 190

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

“LockBit had a bespoke data exfiltration tool, known as Stealbit, which was used by affiliates to steal victim data. The LockBit ransomware operation operated under a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model, recruiting affiliates to carry out ransomware attacks through the utilization of LockBit ransomware tools and infrastructure.

Energy and Utilities 111

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Manufacturing Agriculture 111

IBM Big Data Hub

JANUARY 26, 2024

Power utilities have an infrastructure that spans vast areas, and failures can affect many businesses and consumers. When North America suffered its largest blackout , it cost upwards of USD 6 billion and left 50 million people without power for up to two days. What caused the blackout? But what exactly does vegetation management mean?

Energy and Utilities 68

Energy and Utilities Cleanup Risk Cloud 68

CGI

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Digital-born firms from telecoms are key drivers of the transformation of the energy system. Consumers expect no less from their utilities provider, combined with their desire to take control on how they consume and produce energy. Utilities are disinvesting in traditional bulk generation, such as E.ON

Energy and Utilities 40

Energy and Utilities Digital transformation Marketing Blockchain 40

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The threat of attacks against Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) – energy, utilities, telecommunications, and transportation – is a top priority. However, simple actions like adopting multi-factor authentication (MFA) or encrypting sensitive data everywhere should be exercised throughout the year and not just during that month.

Energy and Utilities 77

Energy and Utilities Cybersecurity Ransomware Authentication 77

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 9, 2022

Eskom transforms inputs from the natural environment – coal, nuclear, fuel, diesel, water, and wind – into more than 90% of the energy supplied to a wide range of customers in South Africa and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. Government of the Republic of South Africa owned utility ESKOM Hld SOC Ltd.

Energy and Utilities 99

Energy and Utilities Ransomware Access Sales 99

OpenText Information Management

MARCH 22, 2024

Last week industry leaders, experts, and innovators gathered at the Houston Aquarium for the OpenText Energy Summit in Houston , a pivotal event driving conversations on the intersection of artificial intelligence, information management, and energy sector dynamics.

Energy and Utilities 67

Energy and Utilities Artificial Intelligence Analytics Risk 67

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

National Security Agency (NSA) in 2009, LookingGlass Cyber Solutions provides three threat intelligence analysis products: a threat intelligence platform ( scoutPrime ), a threat modeling tool ( scoutThreat ), and an attack surface monitoring solution ( scoutInspect ). Company Description Spun out from the U.S.

Energy and Utilities 79

Energy and Utilities Risk Marketing Cloud 79

IBM Big Data Hub

MAY 9, 2023

Traditional AI tools, while powerful, can be expensive, time-consuming, and difficult to use. The largest models are expensive, energy-intensive to train and run, and complex to deploy. Today, we announced watsonx.ai , IBM’s gateway to the latest AI tools and technologies on the market today.

Energy and Utilities 132

Energy and Utilities Libraries Cloud Access 132

Data Protection Report

AUGUST 9, 2018

DHS’ webinar explained that the hackers obtained access to vendors providing computer services to electric utilities companies. In response to such concerns, regulatory agencies are increasing reporting requirements for cyberattacks targeting the energy sector. FERC noted its support for an online reporting tool.

Energy and Utilities 40

Energy and Utilities Computer and Electronics Risk Access 40

The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2019

In fact, memory attacks have quietly emerged as a powerful and versatile new class of hacking technique that threat actors in the vanguard are utilizing to subvert conventional IT security systems. Because PowerShell executes in memory, it works out beautifully as a ready-made attack tool. Instead, memory attacks are transient.

Energy and Utilities 176

Energy and Utilities Systems administration Access Cybersecurity 176

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Energy and utility companies have been some of the most high-profile cyber attacks in recent memory, such as the May 2021 Colonial Pipeline attack or the Delta-owned Monroe Energy attack in November 2021. In 2021 alone, IC3 received 847,376 complaints which amounted to $6.9 billion in reported losses. Here’s How to Do It Right.

Energy and Utilities 115

Energy and Utilities Phishing Blockchain Cybersecurity 115

Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 12, 2018

But in a marketing email sent to FICO members on Tuesday advertising its new benchmarking feature, FICO accidentally exposed the FICO Cyber Risk Score of energy giant ExxonMobil. Fair or not, a number of nascent efforts are using just such an approach to derive security scores for companies and entire industries. How useful is such a score?

Security 183

Security Energy and Utilities Risk Data breaches 183