vicesociety attacks Ministry of Agriculture
Incident Date:
June 27, 2022
Overview
Title
vicesociety attacks Ministry of Agriculture
Victim
Ministry of Agriculture
Attacker
Vicesociety
Location
First Reported
June 27, 2022
Ransomware Attack on the Ministry of Agriculture in Egypt
Victim Profile
The Ministry of Agriculture in Egypt plays a pivotal role in overseeing the nation's agricultural reforms. As an integral part of the Ministry of Agriculture, its website serves as a hub for disseminating information on various agricultural initiatives and partnerships. This includes highlighting the flourishing Egyptian-Indian relations and the anticipated boost in bilateral trade.
Attack Details
The ransomware group known as vicesociety has publicly taken responsibility for compromising the Ministry of Agriculture in Egypt. While the group has made their claim on their dark web leak site, specifics regarding the nature of the attack or the ransom demanded remain undisclosed. This incident is part of a broader pattern of ransomware attacks targeting government entities across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Vulnerabilities and Mitigation
This incident underscores the critical importance of implementing stringent cybersecurity defenses within government bodies. A similar attack on the Dominican Republic's Agrarian Institute (IAD) prompted officials to declare their refusal to pay the ransom, a stance aimed at deterring future attacks. To safeguard against ransomware threats, it is imperative for organizations to adopt comprehensive cybersecurity practices. These include conducting regular software updates, providing cybersecurity training to employees, employing reputable security solutions, and ensuring the availability of secure backups for essential data. Establishing a clear and effective incident response strategy is also crucial in mitigating the damage from potential ransomware incursions.
Sources
- Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation - Home
- Ransomware Attacks Target Government Agencies in Latin America
- Dominican Republic refuses to pay ransom after attack on agrarian institute
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