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Akira Ransomware Targets Cisco VPNs

Cyber Security Featured

Akira Ransomware Targets Cisco VPNs

Akira ransomware, debuting in March 2023, targets Cisco VPNs with a unique approach, drawing inspiration from the 1988 anime film 'Akira'. This cyber threat emphasizes the importance of multi-factor authentication and robust cybersecurity measures.

Empowering Connections & Unleashing Potential: My Experience at EDIST 2023 with Acumen

Empowering Connections & Unleashing Potential: My Experience at EDIST 2023 with Acumen

Insights, Inspiration, & Unforgettable Moments in the World of Electricity Distribution Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to attend EDIST 2023, a renowned conference in the Electricity Distribution industry, representing Acumen (AESI Acumen Engineered Solutions International Inc.). As a first-time attendee and a proud representative of Acumen, I embarked on a

Winter Is Almost Over, But Cold Weather Preparedness Is Here To Stay

Regulatory Compliance

Winter Is Almost Over, But Cold Weather Preparedness Is Here To Stay

Spring is a time for new beginnings, fresh starts, and warmer weather. For many of us, it is a time to put away our winter coats, hats, and gloves, and look forward to the upcoming summer months. However, for those of us in the electric utility industry, spring does not

Blue Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) on a wooden desk.

Hacktivist group GhostSec claims first-ever Ransomware Attack against an RTU

Hacktivist group GhostSec, an affiliate of Anonymous, claims it executed the first-ever ransomware attack on a RTU (Remote Terminal Unit) as part of its "OpRussia" operation with GhostSec ransomware.