US space tech giant Maxar discloses employee data breach

November 18, 2024 at 04:04PM Maxar Space Systems reported a data breach where hackers accessed personal employee information, including names and Social Security numbers, via a compromised network. Immediate actions were taken once the breach was discovered on October 11, 2024. Identity protection services are offered to affected employees. No bank account information was exposed. … Read more

Iranian Cybercriminals Target Aerospace Workers via LinkedIn

November 13, 2024 at 03:36PM A phishing campaign, attributed to Iranian threat actor TA455, targets aerospace professionals on LinkedIn by impersonating recruiters. Victims download a malicious zip file, leading to malware installation via DLL side-loading. The malware deploys Snail Resin and uses covert tactics to evade detection. Caution is advised for users in the aerospace … Read more

Boeing confirms cyberattack amid LockBit ransomware claims

November 2, 2023 at 11:19AM Boeing is investigating a cyberattack on its parts and distribution business by the LockBit ransomware gang. The incident did not affect flight safety, and the company is collaborating with law enforcement for an ongoing investigation. The Boeing services website is currently down due to technical issues. The ransomware gang claimed … Read more