A ‘Cyber Event’ Disrupted the Power Grid in California and Wyoming, But Don’t Panic Just Yet

The Department of Energy says a “cyber event” disrupted operations in California, Wyoming, and Utah last month. But it’s unclear if hackers were behind it. Continue reading A ‘Cyber Event’ Disrupted the Power Grid in California and Wyoming, But Don’t Panic Just Yet

Russian Malware Was Apparently Used in an Attempt to Sabotage a Saudi Petrol Plant

Cybersecurity firm FireEye points the finger at the Russian government and a government-linked facility for creating a destructive malware. Continue reading Russian Malware Was Apparently Used in an Attempt to Sabotage a Saudi Petrol Plant

People Are Recklessly Speculating That the Massachusetts Gas Explosions Were a Stuxnet-Related Hack

There’s no evidence that the Massachusetts gas explosions are caused by hackers, but that hasn’t stopped people from baseless speculations. Continue reading People Are Recklessly Speculating That the Massachusetts Gas Explosions Were a Stuxnet-Related Hack

The Malware Used Against The Ukrainian Power Grid Is More Dangerous Than Anyone Thought

Researchers have discovered a new powerful—and dangerous—malware that targets industrial control systems. Continue reading The Malware Used Against The Ukrainian Power Grid Is More Dangerous Than Anyone Thought

The Ukrainian Power Grid Was Hacked Again

Experts say the country appears to be a “testbed” for cyber attacks that could be used around the world. Continue reading The Ukrainian Power Grid Was Hacked Again

This Leaked Catalog Offers ‘Weaponized Information’ That Can Flood the Web

For €2,500 a day, governments could buy large scale astroturf campaigns, and for €1 million, services to create false criminal charges. Continue reading This Leaked Catalog Offers ‘Weaponized Information’ That Can Flood the Web