Cyber Incident Victim: Dow Jones & Company
Date:
Oct 2015
Location:
United States of America
Summary
A new breach targeting Dow Jones & Co. Bloomberg reveals that a group of Russian hackers infiltrated the servers and stole information to trade on before it became public. The probe began at least a year ago.
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Description
In October 2015, Dow Jones & Co., the publisher of The Wall Street Journal and owner of CNBC, suffered a cyber attack that was motivated by financial gain. According to Bloomberg News, Russian hackers were responsible for the breach, which involved exfiltrating data from an application server.
The incident occurred on October 9th, when the hackers gained unauthorized access to Dow Jones' systems and remained undetected for several weeks before being discovered. The attack is believed to have been carried out by a group of Russian hackers who had previously targeted other high-profile companies in the financial industry.
The motive behind the attack was likely an attempt to gain trading tips or other sensitive information that could be used to profit from inside knowledge. The hackers were able to exfiltrate data from Dow Jones' application server, which is believed to have contained confidential business information and customer data.
While the exact extent of the breach is not yet known, it is clear that the attack was highly sophisticated and difficult to detect. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat posed by cyber criminals and the need for companies to invest in robust security measures to protect their sensitive data.
In response to the breach, Dow Jones has taken steps to enhance its security protocols and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. This includes implementing additional firewalls and intrusion detection systems, as well as increasing employee training on cybersecurity best practices.
The incident also highlights the importance of international cooperation in combating cybercrime. While the Russian hackers responsible for the attack are believed to be based in Russia, it is likely that they operate from a number of different countries and use various techniques to evade detection. As such, it is crucial that governments and companies work together to share intelligence and best practices in order to stay one step ahead of these sophisticated cyber criminals.