Maritime Computer Emergency Response Team ADMIRAL dataset ADMIRAL dataset

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Index Number:
Title:
2014_002
Compromised logistics bar code scanner caused cyber attack on internal network.
Day Month Year Country Activity Incident Type
01 July 2014 United States Logistics Intrusion

Summary

Compromised logistics bar code scanner caused cyber attack on internal network.

Victim

N/A

Claimed/Reported Threat Actor

N/A

Origin

Cybercrime

Main impact

Integrity

References

  1. https://paper.seebug.org/papers/APT/APT_CyberCriminal_Campagin/2014/TrapX_ZOMBIE_Report_Final.pdf
  2. https://aapa.files.cms-plus.com/SeminarPresentations/2016Seminars/2016SecurityIT/K.%20Belmont%20-%20AAPA%20Maritime%20Cybersecurity%20FINAL.pdf

Recommendations to Logistics to reduce Intrusion risks:

  • Implement strong access controls and authentication mechanisms to limit unauthorized access, such as Multi Factor Authentication.
  • Regularly update and patch software and systems to address known vulnerabilities.
  • Use Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS) to monitor and block suspicious activities.
  • Segment your network to limit lateral movement by attackers in case of a breach.
  • Educate your employees about phishing attacks and social engineering tactics to prevent credential theft.
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