On August 21 and 24, the US Coast Guard and FBI had to board two oil tankers in the Gulf of Mexico after they were hit by cyber-attacks.
Earlier attacks and coverage
No earlier related attack in our archive yet.
Business impact
The attacks forced the US Coast Guard and FBI to intervene, impacting operations and potentially causing delays in shipping activities.
Industries affected
Maritime and shipping industries.
Users affected
Oil tanker operators faced operational disruptions and potential safety hazards due to the cyber-attacks.
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Sources
- Blue Initiative Offers Maritime Sector Dedicated Vulnerability Database (Infosecurity Magazine)
