Global Cyberattack Targets U.S. Government Agencies and Allies.
A global cyberattack has impacted U.S. federal agencies and NATO allies, with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) providing support to affected agencies. The hackers exploited a vulnerability in a widely used software to move large files, and victims include universities, banks, and credit unions. The hacking gang, believed to operate from Russia with the approval of Moscow's intelligence services, is using CLOP Ransomware to steal and hold sensitive data for ransom. So far, 47 confirmed victims have been identified, and hundreds of organizations are believed to be impacted. No federal data has been leaked, and no federal agencies have received extortion demands.