Port of Kennewick, USA hit by ransomware attack

Summary:

Port of Kennewick, USA was hit by a ransomware attack in November 2020. The attack was put in motion by sending a malicious e-mail to a company employee, followed by encryption of the company's files, locking servers and database for nearly a week. The port declared not to pay the demanded ransom. The port has had the same professional IT firm on contract for years and they've made regular upgrades on the port's servers.

Reference URL

https://www.maritime-executive.com/article/ransomware-attack-cripples-systems-of-inland-port-in-washington-state
https://www.tricitiesbusinessnews.com/2020/12/port-cyberattack/
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