Capita, the UK’s largest outsourcing company, was fined £14 million for a 2023 ransomware attack that compromised data of 6.6 million individuals. This incident involved security failures, malware like Qakbot, and highlighted the importance of robust cybersecurity measures. #Qakbot #BlackBasta
Keypoints
- Capita was fined £14 million by the ICO for security failings during a ransomware attack in 2023.
- The breach exposed personal data, including names, addresses, dates of birth, and financial information of millions.
- The attack involved malware such as Qakbot and Cobalt Strike, with delayed response allowing significant data exfiltration.
- Security shortcomings included an understaffed SOC and lack of automated response protocols.
- The Black Basta ransomware group claimed responsibility, possibly negotiating extortion payments with Capita.
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