SayPro list of 100 case studies on malware attacks and recovery strategies.

1-10: Early Malware and Ransomware Attacks

1. CryptoLocker (2013) – One of the first major ransomware attacks that encrypted files and demanded payment in Bitcoin. Recovery strategies included using backups and decryption tools.
2. WannaCry (2017) – A global ransomware attack that targeted Windows computers, particularly affecting healthcare systems. Recovery involved restoring systems from backups and patching the vulnerability.
3. NotPetya (2017) – Initially thought to be ransomware, it was actually a wiper malware that disrupted systems worldwide. Recovery strategies included a complete system re-install and data restoration from backups.
4. CryptoWall (2014) – Ransomware that encrypted files and demanded payment for decryption keys. Organizations had to restore from offline backups to recover.
5. Locky (2016) – A malware family that distributed via email attachments. Organizations responded by implementing better email filters and restoring from clean backups.
6. Petya (2016) – A ransomware attack that affected business-critical systems. Recovery involved wiping affected systems and restoring from secure backups.
7. Ryuk Ransomware (2018) – A targeted attack known for extorting large sums from companies. Victims used system backups and negotiated with attackers to decrypt data.
8. Sodinokibi (REvil) Ransomware (2019) – A ransomware attack affecting companies worldwide. Recovery involved isolating infected systems and restoring data from backups.
9. TeslaCrypt (2015) – A ransomware variant that targeted gamers. Recovery strategies included using free decryption tools and restoring from backups.
10. Cerber Ransomware (2016) – A well-known ransomware variant that encrypted files. Businesses used a combination of backups and system scans for recovery.

11-20: Targeted and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)

11. APT28 (Fancy Bear) – 2015 – A Russian state-sponsored group that targeted US organizations. Recovery involved improving email security and enhancing network monitoring.
12. APT29 (Cozy Bear) – 2016 – Russian cyber-attackers that targeted email systems and used spear-phishing tactics. Recovery included changing passwords and applying advanced endpoint protection.
13. Stuxnet (2010) – A sophisticated worm that targeted industrial control systems. Recovery was nearly impossible due to the complexity; prevention included system isolation and heightened security for critical infrastructure.
14. Equation Group (2015) – A hacking group linked to the NSA, using sophisticated malware for espionage. Recovery strategies included reimaging compromised systems and enhancing threat detection.
15. DarkHotel APT (2014) – A malware campaign targeting hotel Wi-Fi networks to spy on executives. Recovery involved isolating hotel networks and deploying advanced threat detection systems.
16. APT34 (OILRIG) – 2017 – Iranian hackers that targeted oil and gas sectors. Recovery involved isolating infected systems and improving security protocols for sensitive data.
17. Operation Aurora (2009) – A cyber-attack attributed to Chinese hackers, targeting Google and other tech companies. Recovery included enhancing data encryption and strengthening internal systems.
18. Shamoon (2012) – A destructive malware that wiped hard drives of oil company systems. Recovery included rebuilding affected systems from backups and improving monitoring.
19. Heartbleed Vulnerability (2014) – A bug in OpenSSL that led to the compromise of private keys. Recovery involved applying patches and replacing SSL certificates.
20. BadRabbit (2017) – A ransomware attack that targeted Russian and Ukrainian media companies. Recovery involved restoring data from backups and securing the network perimeter.

21-30: Data Breaches and Information Stealing Malware

21. Target Data Breach (2013) – Hackers gained access to customer credit card data. Recovery strategies included compensating affected customers and strengthening network defenses.
22. Equifax Data Breach (2017) – A breach involving personal information of 147 million people. Recovery included notifying affected parties, offering credit monitoring, and improving data protection policies.
23. Yahoo Data Breach (2014-2016) – Compromise of over 3 billion accounts. Recovery included resetting passwords and enhancing user verification systems.
24. Adobe Data Breach (2013) – Exposure of user data and encrypted passwords. Recovery strategies involved encrypting passwords and notifying affected users.
25. LinkedIn Data Breach (2012) – 117 million accounts were compromised. Recovery included forcing password resets and strengthening encryption protocols.
26. Sony PlayStation Network Attack (2011) – Hackers stole personal data from 77 million accounts. Recovery involved compensating users and improving security measures.
27. Home Depot Data Breach (2014) – Hackers accessed 56 million credit card numbers. Recovery included issuing new cards and enhancing network security.
28. Marriott Data Breach (2018) – Compromise of 500 million customer records. Recovery strategies included compensating affected customers and implementing stronger encryption practices.
29. Facebook Data Breach (2018) – Hackers exploited a vulnerability to steal data from 50 million accounts. Recovery involved improving login security and offering identity theft protection.
30. Capital One Data Breach (2019) – Hackers gained access to over 100 million customer accounts. Recovery strategies included notifying customers and enhancing data encryption.

31-40: Healthcare Sector Malware and Ransomware Attacks

31. WannaCry in Healthcare (2017) – Affected the UK’s NHS and other healthcare organizations globally. Recovery included restoring data from backups and patching vulnerable systems.
32. Ransomware Attack on the University of California (2016) – Ransomware encrypted files, forcing the university to restore from backups.
33. Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (2016) – A hospital paid a ransom to decrypt files. Recovery strategies included improving network security and using advanced endpoint protection.
34. MedStar Health (2016) – A ransomware attack that took down the organization’s network. Recovery involved isolating infected systems and restoring from backups.
35. Kansas Heart Hospital (2016) – A ransomware attack led to the hospital paying a ransom to recover encrypted data. Recovery included better data backup practices.
36. Allscripts (2018) – A malware attack targeted healthcare management software. Recovery strategies included restoring services from backups and securing the infrastructure.
37. Verity Health (2019) – A ransomware attack that disrupted medical services. Recovery involved restoring patient records and applying stricter security measures.
38. Sacramento Healthcare Network (2016) – Ransomware encrypted patient data, leading to a recovery via offline backups.
39. U.S. Health and Human Services Data Breach (2019) – Data breach that exposed personal health information. Recovery strategies included enhancing data security and enforcing stricter access controls.
40. St. Lawrence Health System (2020) – A ransomware attack that targeted healthcare facilities. Recovery strategies included restoring backups and improving access control systems.

41-50: Financial Sector Malware and Ransomware Attacks

41. Banco de Chile Cyber Attack (2018) – A malware attack that targeted the bank’s systems. Recovery involved restoring critical data from secure backups.
42. Ransomware Attack on Bank of India (2017) – An attack that locked bank systems, demanding a ransom for decryption. Recovery included enhancing email security and restoring systems from backups.
43. ATM Malware Attack (2016) – Hackers deployed malware on ATMs to steal card data. Recovery involved installing new security measures and replacing compromised cards.
44. HSBC Data Breach (2018) – Sensitive financial data was stolen through phishing attacks. Recovery involved replacing compromised cards and improving fraud detection.
45. ABN AMRO Data Breach (2020) – Hackers compromised a banking system, exposing client data. Recovery included notifying customers and enhancing cybersecurity measures.
46. CitiBank Data Breach (2011) – A breach exposed sensitive customer financial data. Recovery involved strengthening authentication procedures and compensating affected users.
47. JPMorgan Chase Data Breach (2014) – Hackers accessed 76 million customer accounts. Recovery included notifying customers and securing banking platforms.
48. Equifax Ransomware Attack (2017) – The data company suffered a ransomware attack. Recovery strategies involved restoring systems and applying extensive patches.
49. Capital One Hack (2019) – The breach exposed over 100 million customer records. Recovery strategies included improving firewall configurations and applying patches.
50. Ransomware Attack on TSB Bank (2018) – The bank experienced a ransomware attack, forcing a shutdown of operations. Recovery included restoring services and improving its digital security infrastructure.

51-60: Small Business Malware Attacks and Recovery

51. Local Restaurant Data Breach (2018) – Hackers stole payment information from customers. Recovery strategies included improving point-of-sale (POS) system security.
52. Car Dealership Ransomware Attack (2019) – A ransomware attack encrypted vehicle sales data. Recovery included restoring from backups and improving network security.
53. Small Online Retailer Malware Infection (2020) – Malware infected the retailer’s website, stealing customer data. Recovery strategies included system re-imaging and implementing better security practices.
54. Travel Agency Malware Attack (2021) – A phishing attack led to a data breach. Recovery involved resetting passwords and securing the affected system.
55. Boutique Hotel Ransomware (2018) – Attackers encrypted customer data, demanding a ransom. Recovery strategies included restoring data from secure backups and strengthening internal systems.
56. Legal Firm Data Breach (2017) – Hackers accessed sensitive legal client data. Recovery involved notifying affected clients and enhancing cybersecurity policies.
57. Construction Firm Malware Infection (2019) – The firm’s project management system was compromised. Recovery strategies included improving firewall protections and performing data recovery from backups.
58. Accounting Firm Phishing Attack (2018) – A phishing email led to malware infection, compromising financial data. Recovery included removing malware and improving email security.
59. E-commerce Website Ransomware (2020) – The website was infected, affecting sales. Recovery involved restoring from clean backups and enhancing site security.
60. Small Law Firm Ransomware Attack (2021) – The firm’s files were encrypted, affecting client records. Recovery included restoring from backups and implementing better network security.

61-70: Educational Sector Malware and Ransomware Attacks

61. University of Utah Ransomware (2020) – Attackers encrypted sensitive research data. Recovery strategies included data restoration and improving internal security protocols.
62. University of Calgary Ransomware Attack (2016) – Data was locked, and the university had to restore from backups. Recovery also involved improving email filtering systems.
63. Michigan State University Data Breach (2019) – Hackers accessed student and staff data. Recovery involved strengthening network security and encrypting sensitive data.
64. University of Maryland Data Breach (2014) – Hackers stole sensitive information from over 300,000 students. Recovery included enhancing encryption and providing identity theft protection services.
65. Northwestern University Ransomware Attack (2020) – The university’s research data was encrypted. Recovery strategies included restoring from backups and reinforcing endpoint security.
66. Hackers Targeting Research Data at MIT (2018) – The theft of valuable research data led to a system-wide security review.
67. University of California Data Breach (2019) – Unauthorized access to student records led to enhanced cybersecurity measures.
68. Florida University Data Breach (2017) – Exposing student and faculty data, recovery strategies included identity protection services.
69. Oregon State University Malware Incident (2016) – A malware infection impacted student services, with recovery focused on restoring data and improving malware detection tools.
70. California State University Ransomware Attack (2020) – Critical student data was held hostage; recovery involved deploying updated endpoint protection.

71-80: Government and Public Sector Malware Attacks

71. Office of Personnel Management Data Breach (2015) – Sensitive government employee information was stolen. Recovery involved improving encryption protocols and access controls.
72. U.S. Postal Service Malware Incident (2014) – Attackers infiltrated the USPS systems, compromising employee data. Recovery included upgrading cybersecurity infrastructure.
73. Australian Parliament Cyber Attack (2019) – Hackers targeted government systems. Recovery involved enhanced monitoring and threat detection systems.
74. UK National Health Service Cyber Attack (2017) – Ransomware crippled public health services. Recovery strategies included restoring from backups and implementing better endpoint protection.
75. European Central Bank Cyber Attack (2020) – Attempted hack targeted banking data; recovery focused on restoring secured systems and enhancing encryption.
76. New York City Data Breach (2019) – Sensitive public sector data was stolen. Recovery included enhanced security monitoring and employee training.
77. Canadian Government Cyber Attack (2020) – A malware attack targeted government agencies. Recovery strategies included deploying new firewalls and updating antivirus software.
78. Federal Reserve Data Breach (2017) – Sensitive financial data was accessed by attackers. Recovery strategies involved network segmentations and enhanced encryption practices.
79. Department of Defense Malware Attack (2016) – Military personnel data was compromised. Recovery involved restoring data from secure backups and strengthening cybersecurity defenses.
80. Indian Government Data Breach (2019) – Personal data of citizens was leaked. Recovery involved increasing data encryption and enhancing public sector cybersecurity initiatives.

81-90: International Cybersecurity Threats and Recovery

81. NotPetya Attack on Ukraine (2017) – A cyber-attack that disrupted entire industries. Recovery included government-backed data restoration and strengthening cybersecurity defenses.
82. Saudi Aramco Cyber Attack (2012) – Attackers destroyed over 30,000 computers in a major corporate hack. Recovery involved complete system restoration and securing network perimeters.
83. Bangladesh Bank Cyber Heist (2016) – Hackers used malware to steal $81 million. Recovery strategies included improving transaction security and monitoring financial systems for future threats.
84. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Cyber Attack (2020) – Malware infected key systems, causing production delays. Recovery involved restoring factory data from backups.
85. Sony PlayStation Network Hack (2011) – Attackers stole personal data from millions of customers. Recovery included forced password resets and improved security measures.
86. Indian Bank Cyber Heist (2019) – Malware was used to steal funds. Recovery included enhancing transaction monitoring and improving internal security protocols.
87. Cyber Attack on French Television Network (2020) – Malware infected broadcasting systems. Recovery strategies included securing broadcast channels and restoring systems.
88. Global Supply Chain Attack on SolarWinds (2020) – A sophisticated malware attack targeted IT infrastructure companies. Recovery involved a system-wide security overhaul and patching vulnerabilities.
89. Chinese Cyber Espionage Attack on German Manufacturers (2017) – Hackers infiltrated supply chains. Recovery involved enhancing supply chain security and network monitoring.
90. JBS Cyber Attack (2021) – A ransomware attack affected global meat production. Recovery included system restoration and improved endpoint protections.

91-100: Malware Attacks in Specific Industries

91. Automotive Malware Attack (2019) – Malware targeting automotive systems led to operational disruptions. Recovery strategies included enhancing embedded system security.
92. Pharmaceutical Company Data Breach (2020) – Attackers stole proprietary research data. Recovery strategies involved reinforcing network defenses and strengthening encryption.
93. Retail Data Breach (2021) – Malware compromised customer transaction data. Recovery involved improving point-of-sale security and implementing two-factor authentication.
94. Media Company Malware Attack (2020) – Attackers encrypted files, halting production. Recovery strategies included restoring from backups and applying updated security patches.
95. Transportation Sector Data Breach (2018) – Malware compromised the fleet management system. Recovery included system re-imaging and tightening data access controls.
96. Energy Sector Cyber Attack (2019) – Malware targeted critical energy infrastructure. Recovery involved enhancing perimeter defenses and patching critical vulnerabilities.
97. Telecommunications Malware Attack (2020) – Attackers targeted network infrastructure. Recovery strategies included restoring operations from secure backups.
98. Food Manufacturing Malware Attack (2021) – Ransomware locked critical production systems. Recovery strategies included rebuilding the network and strengthening industrial security.
99. Legal Services Ransomware Attack (2019) – Malicious software encrypted sensitive legal data. Recovery strategies included restoring from backups and reinforcing email security.
100. Insurance Company Data Breach (2018) – Sensitive client data was stolen. Recovery strategies included offering credit monitoring and improving internal security practices.