Hackers force shutdown of major U.S. pipeline

The East Coast faced a major cyber attack on its national infrastructure, notably affecting the Colonial Pipeline, which supplies fuel to several states and airports. The pipeline was shut down due to a ransomware attack by the hacker group Dark Side, leading to fuel shortages and panic buying in the Southeast. States of emergency were declared in Florida and Virginia. The attack highlights the growing threat of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure, with past incidents affecting city governments and hospitals.

What was the primary consequence of the cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline?

• Fuel shortages and panic buying

• Loss of company data

• Increased fuel prices

• Closure of airports

Which hacker group was identified as responsible for the Colonial Pipeline attack?

• Shadow Brokers

• Anonymous

• Lizard Squad

• Dark Side

What method might the hackers have used to gain access to the Colonial Pipeline's network?

• SQL injection

• Phishing email

• Brute force attack

• DDoS attack

What is a notable feature of the Dark Side hacker group?

• They are known for hardware hacking

• They focus on stealing credit card information

• They operate only in Europe

• They use a help desk to negotiate

Which types of organizations have been previously affected by similar ransomware attacks?

• Educational institutions

• Financial institutions

• City governments and hospitals

• Retail stores