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Expert says N.L. cyberattack worst in Canadian history, deserves federal response
November 5, 2021 Sarah Smellie - THE CANADIAN PRESSST. JOHN’S, N.L. – The cyberattack that knocked down Newfoundland and Labrador’s health system data centres Saturday is a national security issue and should be treated as such by Ottawa, security experts say. David Shipley, chief executive officer of Beauceron…
Suspected cyberattack in N.L. hits ‘brain’ of province’s health care system
November 2, 2021 The Canadian PressST. JOHN’S, N.L. – A suspected cyberattack on Newfoundland and Labrador’s health network has led to the cancellation of thousands of medical appointments across the province and forced some local health systems to revert to paper. The “brain” of the…
As cyberattacks skyrocket, Canada needs to work with – and not hinder – cybersecurity experts
July 30, 2021 The Canadian PressThis article was originally published on The Conversation, an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Disclosure information is available on the original site. Authors: Yuan Stevens, Policy Lead on Technology, Cybersecurity and Democracy at…
How much ransom demands are increasing for your cyber clients
July 27, 2021 by Jason ContantAverage ransom demands have increased nearly threefold and smaller companies are experiencing more cyberattacks, according to the results of Coalition Inc.’s latest cyber insurance claims report. From the first half of 2020 to H1 2021, the average ransom demand made…
Why clients are still forking over ransomware demands
June 4, 2021 by Adam MalikClients are still indeed paying ransomware demands, despite a report to the contrary, because the threat of having sensitive data exposed is very much a concern, according to a pair of cyber insurance experts. Their comments come following a report…
Manufacturers increasingly targets for ransomware attacks, study finds
May 19, 2021 The Canadian PressTORONTO – A new report says North American manufacturing companies are increasingly targets for cybercriminal gangs that use malicious software to shut down businesses if they don’t pay a ransom. Research from Toronto-based eSentire says that six known criminal gangs…
Montreal library closes after hacking attack on daycare registration website
May 17, 2021 The Canadian PressMONTREAL – A large library in Montreal will be closed until Tuesday morning in the wake of a hacking attack on Quebec’s public daycare registration website. Quebec’s Treasury Board Secretariat issued a recommendation on Friday evening urging all government bodies…
Cybersecurity experts say Canadian businesses can learn from U.S. pipeline attack
May 13, 2021 David Paddon - THE CANADIAN PRESSTORONTO – Canada’s two largest pipeline companies say they have taken a proactive approach to avoid the type of cyberattack that has disrupted gasoline supplies in the U.S. Southeast and contributed to higher retail gasoline prices across North America. Hackers…
A cybercriminal hijacks an autonomous vehicle. Who’s responsible for a crash?
May 12, 2021 by Adam MalikVehicle manufacturers are likely going to be on the hook for damages following autonomous car crashes in which no human being is controlling the vehicle, a cyber insurance specialist says. “Certainly, one of the more dramatic ways of thinking about…
Latest cyberattacks on insurers ‘a wakeup call’ to shore up security
April 26, 2021 by Adam MalikWith a new cyberattack focused specifically on the insurance industry, a cyber expert is urging insurance companies need to up their security game in order to protect themselves and their customers. Otherwise, insurers could be on the hook for a…
Watch out insurers: You’re in the crosshairs of a new form of cyberattack
April 20, 2021 by Adam MalikInsurance companies are in the crosshairs of a new set of cyberattacks, prompting a cyber leader to ring alarm bells for Canadian insurers. The vulnerability lies in the P&C industry wanting to make life easier for consumers, explained Matt Cullina,…
ICBC says COVID-19 rebate cheques delayed after cyberattack on third party
March 18, 2021 The Canadian PressVANCOUVER – The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia says it’s temporarily delaying the delivery of COVID-19 rebate cheques due to a cyberattack on a third-party vendor contracted to provide printing and distribution services. ICBC says in a statement the vendor…