Maritime Computer Emergency Response Team ADMIRAL dataset ADMIRAL dataset

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Index Number:
Title:
2018_005
Port hit by an attack attempt on emails.
Day Month Year Country Activity Incident Type
10 October 2018 Canada Port Spearphishing

Summary

Port hit by an attack attempt on emails.

Victim

N/A

Claimed/Reported Threat Actor

N/A

Origin

Cybercrime

Main impact

Integrity

References

N/A

Recommendations to Port to reduce Spearphishing risks:

  • Implement advanced email filtering systems to detect and block spearphishing emails.
  • Educate employees about the dangers of spearphishing and how to identify suspicious emails.
  • Enforce strict email access controls and authentication measures.
  • Implement organizational measures to avoid scam.
  • Limit the use of social networks or unallowed medias for professional activities.
  • Monitor for unusual email activity, such as unexpected login attempts.
  • Work with your CSIRT organization to know the Tactics, Techniques and Procedures used.
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