Pipeline Companies Will Have To Report Cyberattacks To The Government
3 years, 10 months ago

Pipeline Companies Will Have To Report Cyberattacks To The Government

NPR  

Pipeline Companies Will Have To Report Cyberattacks To The Government Enlarge this image toggle caption Logan Cyrus/AFP via Getty Images Logan Cyrus/AFP via Getty Images For the first time, the Department of Homeland Security has decided it needs to regulate cybersecurity in the pipeline industry. In testimony before Congress this month, Chris Krebs, who was the first director of the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, described a looming "digital pandemic, driven by greed, a vulnerable digital ecosystem and an ever-widening criminal enterprise." Sponsor Message Because companies aren't currently required to report ransomware attacks, "we don't really understand how bad the problem is," Krebs said in an interview Wednesday with NPR's Rachel Martin on Morning Edition. But these companies need to report to the government, because if we don't really know how big the problem is, it's hard to make informed policy and operational decisions going forward.

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The US Supreme Court Kneecapped US Cyber Strategy
8 months, 2 weeks ago

The US Supreme Court Kneecapped US Cyber Strategy

Wired  

To protect America’s vital infrastructure from hackers without relying on a moribund Congress, the Biden administration bet big on creative uses of existing laws. But in a landmark case decided in late June, Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the United States Supreme Court’s conservative supermajority eliminated Chevron deference and ordered courts to determine for themselves what ambiguous laws say—without assigning …

US issues new cybersecurity directive for critical pipelines
3 years, 8 months ago

US issues new cybersecurity directive for critical pipelines

Al Jazeera  

The cybersecurity directive, the second issued by the Biden administration since May, comes on the heels of a massive hack on Colonial Pipeline that upended millions of Americans’ fuel supply. The United States Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that it will require owners and operators of critical pipelines that transport hazardous liquids and natural gas to implement “urgently needed …

Pipeline CEO defends paying ransom amid cyberattack
3 years, 9 months ago

Pipeline CEO defends paying ransom amid cyberattack

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A pipeline company CEO on Tuesday defended his decisions to abruptly halt fuel distribution for much of the East Coast and pay millions to a criminal gang in Russia as he faced down one of the most disruptive ransomware attacks in U.S. history. Colonial Pipeline CEO Joseph Blount said he had no choice, telling senators uneasy with his …

US pipelines ordered to increase cyber defenses after hack
3 years, 10 months ago

US pipelines ordered to increase cyber defenses after hack

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — U.S. pipeline operators will be required for the first time to conduct a cybersecurity assessment under a Biden administration directive in response to the ransomware hack that disrupted gas supplies in several states this month. The Transportation Security Administration directive released Thursday also requires that pipeline owners and operators report any cyber incidents to the federal government and …

U.S. Pipelines Ordered To Increase Cyber Defenses After Hack
3 years, 10 months ago

U.S. Pipelines Ordered To Increase Cyber Defenses After Hack

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — U.S. pipeline operators will be required for the first time to conduct a cybersecurity assessment under a Biden administration directive in response to the ransomware hack that disrupted gas supplies in several states this month. The Transportation Security Administration directive being issued Thursday will also mandate that the owners and operators of the nation’s pipelines …

In Wake Of Colonial Attack, Pipelines Now Must Report Cybersecurity Breaches
3 years, 10 months ago

In Wake Of Colonial Attack, Pipelines Now Must Report Cybersecurity Breaches

NPR  

In Wake Of Colonial Attack, Pipelines Now Must Report Cybersecurity Breaches Enlarge this image toggle caption Matt Rourke/AP Matt Rourke/AP The Transportation Security Administration, in the wake of the ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline that caused widespread gasoline disruptions earlier this month, has announced new reporting requirements for pipeline operators. In a security directive, the TSA, which oversees pipeline …

Colonial Pipeline returns to normal operations after shutdown caused by cyberattack
3 years, 10 months ago

Colonial Pipeline returns to normal operations after shutdown caused by cyberattack

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Colonial Pipeline has resumed “normal operations” after a six-day …

In Wake Of Pipeline Hack, Biden Signs Executive Order On Cybersecurity
3 years, 10 months ago

In Wake Of Pipeline Hack, Biden Signs Executive Order On Cybersecurity

NPR  

In Wake Of Pipeline Hack, Biden Signs Executive Order On Cybersecurity Enlarge this image toggle caption Mark Kauzlarich/Bloomberg via Getty Images Mark Kauzlarich/Bloomberg via Getty Images President Biden signed an executive order Wednesday boosting America's cyberdefenses following a ransomware attack on a company that operates a pipeline that provides nearly half of the gasoline and jet fuel for the country's …

Colonial Pipeline posted cybersecurity job opening before attack
3 years, 10 months ago

Colonial Pipeline posted cybersecurity job opening before attack

Al Jazeera  

The job posting for Colonial Pipeline’s ‘manager of cybersecurity’ role was still live on its website on Wednesday as the company announced the pipeline would restart five days after the cyberattack. The job posting for Colonial’s “manager of cybersecurity” was still live on its website on Wednesday as the company announced the pipeline would restart five days after the cyberattack. …

Colonial Pipeline: Everything we know about cyberattack threatening US energy supplies
3 years, 10 months ago

Colonial Pipeline: Everything we know about cyberattack threatening US energy supplies

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The United States’ largest …

FBI pins Colonial Pipeline cyberattack on DarkSide hacker group
3 years, 10 months ago

FBI pins Colonial Pipeline cyberattack on DarkSide hacker group

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Ms Neuberger would not say whether Colonial had …

FBI names pipeline cyberattackers as company promises return
3 years, 10 months ago

FBI names pipeline cyberattackers as company promises return

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Hit by a cyberattack, the operator of a major U.S. fuel pipeline said Monday it hopes to have services mostly restored by the end of the week as the FBI and administration officials identified the culprits as a gang of criminal hackers. Colonial Pipeline, which delivers about 45% of the fuel consumed on the East Coast, halted operations …

Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack: Four key takeaways on the US government response to the attack
3 years, 10 months ago

Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack: Four key takeaways on the US government response to the attack

CNN  

Washington CNN — Senior cybersecurity officials testified before a key Senate committee on Tuesday after one of the nation’s largest pipeline operators was hit by an ongoing major ransomware attack that forced the company to shut down operations. Here are some key takeaways from the hearing and CNN’s reporting on the government’s response to the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack. Cyberattacks …

Major US Pipeline Struggles to Reopen After Ransomware Attack
3 years, 10 months ago

Major US Pipeline Struggles to Reopen After Ransomware Attack

News 18  

The US government declared a regional emergency Sunday as the largest fuel pipeline system in the United States remained largely shut down, two days after a major ransomware attack was detected. “This Declaration addresses the emergency conditions creating a need for immediate transportation of gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and other refined petroleum products and provides necessary relief,” the Department of …

Cyberattack on US pipeline is linked to criminal gang
3 years, 10 months ago

Cyberattack on US pipeline is linked to criminal gang

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The cyberextortion attempt that has forced the shutdown of a vital U.S. pipeline was carried out by a criminal gang known as DarkSide that cultivates a Robin Hood image of stealing from corporations and giving a cut to charity, two people close to the investigation said Sunday. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said Sunday that ransomware attacks are …

FBI confirms cyberattack on US pipeline carried out by DarkSide
3 years, 10 months ago

FBI confirms cyberattack on US pipeline carried out by DarkSide

Al Jazeera  

The cyberextortion attempt caused a major US pipeline to shut down and the administration of US President Joe Biden to loosen regulations for the transport of petroleum products on highways as part of an ‘all-hands-on-deck’ effort to avoid disruptions in the fuel supply. “The FBI confirms that the Darkside ransomware is responsible for the compromise of the Colonial Pipeline networks,” …

Cyber attack on US fuel pipeline operator blamed on DarkSide, a 'Robin Hood' criminal gang
3 years, 10 months ago

Cyber attack on US fuel pipeline operator blamed on DarkSide, a 'Robin Hood' criminal gang

ABC  

The shutdown of one of the United States' major fuel pipeline operators has entered its third day following the worst cyberattack to date on critical US infrastructure. DarkSide are among ransomware gangs that have "professionalised" a criminal industry that has cost Western nations tens of billions of dollars in losses in the past three years. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said …

Criminal group originating from Russia believed to be behind pipeline cyberattack
3 years, 10 months ago

Criminal group originating from Russia believed to be behind pipeline cyberattack

CNN  

CNN — A criminal group originating from Russia named “DarkSide” is believed to be responsible for a ransomware cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline, according to a former senior cyber official. Colonial Pipeline Company said Sunday it is working to develop a restart plan for its pipeline system, which was temporarily shut down to contain the threat. The company’s main lines …

US working to help pipeline company after cyberattack
3 years, 10 months ago

US working to help pipeline company after cyberattack

Al Jazeera  

Colonial Pipeline said on Friday that a ransomware attack forced it to temporarily halt all pipeline operations. US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said on Sunday that Washington was working to avoid more severe fuel supply disruptions and to help Colonial Pipeline restart as quickly as possible. “We are working closely with the company, state and local officials, to make sure …

Major US pipeline halts operations after ransomware attack
3 years, 10 months ago

Major US pipeline halts operations after ransomware attack

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The operator of a major pipeline system that transports fuel across the East Coast said Saturday it had been victimized by a ransomware attack and had halted all pipeline operations to deal with the threat. In this case, Colonial Pipeline said the ransomware attack Friday affected some of its information technology systems and that the company moved “proactively” …

U.S. pipeline company halts operations after cyberattack
3 years, 10 months ago

U.S. pipeline company halts operations after cyberattack

The Hindu  

The operator of a major pipeline system that transports fuel across the East Coast said on Saturday that it had been victimised by a ransomware attack and that it had halted all pipeline operations to deal with the threat. In this case, Colonial Pipeline said the ransomware attack on Friday affected some of its information technology systems and that the …

Ransomware Attack Shuts Down A Top U.S. Gasoline Pipeline
3 years, 10 months ago

Ransomware Attack Shuts Down A Top U.S. Gasoline Pipeline

NPR  

Ransomware Attack Shuts Down A Top U.S. Gasoline Pipeline Enlarge this image toggle caption Mark Lennihan/AP Mark Lennihan/AP A ransomware attack has shut down one of the largest refined products pipelines in the United States, and a security analyst said it shows that "core elements of our national infrastructure" remain vulnerable to cyberattack. In a statement late Friday, Colonial Pipeline …

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