21st September – Threat Intelligence Report
Brief
For the latest discoveries in cyber research for the week of 21st Setpember, please download our Threat Intelligence Bulletin.
TOP ATTACKS AND BREACHES
- Japan’s Digital Agency, which operates the Government Solution Service used by multiple ministries, has confirmed a data breach after attackers exploited a vulnerability in a VPN appliance. Approximately 246,000 records were exposed, including names and contact details belonging to government officials and contractors, while financial information was not affected.
- Two oil tankers bound for Texas were hit by cyberattacks that disrupted onboard systems during voyages to the United States. US Coast Guard and FBI personnel boarded the vessels, while officials confirmed malicious cyber activity on the VL Prosperity but have not publicly attributed the attacks to a specific actor.