Hackers find easy prey as US ignores one warning after another


The list of recent cyberattack targets reflects both the sophistication and brazenness of the hackers. — Technology photo created by rawpixel.com - www.freepik.com

The ransomware attack that shut down the US’s biggest fuel pipeline prompted an all-too familiar question in the corridors of power in Washington and boardrooms across the country: Can anyone stop debilitating hacks?

The assault on Colonial Pipeline Co last week was a particular affront. Not only did it disrupt fuel distribution on the East Coast, it followed an effort by the Biden administration to act against cyber crime – especially ransomware, where criminals remotely disable a computer system and demand payment. Colonial was hit on day 37 of a 60-day push by the Department of Homeland Security to confront such attacks.

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