Cybersecurity Measures in place at Libération Helped Mitigate Cyberattack
INCIDENT
A French newspaper, Libération, was targeted by a cyberattack that utilized ransomware to disrupt its systems. The attackers aimed to extort money from the publication. The newspaper's digital publishing systems, journalist data, and subscriber data were not affected. The IT teams managed to prevent the paralysis of work tools and limit the attack's effects. The website continued to function normally, and measures were taken to ensure the paper's publication.
Victims
Type of Malware
No Malware identified
Threat Source
No threat source identified