Cyber Security Headlines DOJ investigates Coinbase attack, Dutch cyber-espionage law passes, VanHelsing ransomeware leaked
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May 21, 2025 The US DOJ is investigating a cyberattack on Coinbase, raising concerns about customer data security. Meanwhile, the Dutch government is taking a bold step by passing laws to criminalize cyber-espionage. In the UK, a ransomware attack on a food distributor threatens supermarket operations, creating further challenges for the food supply chain. Additionally, a major malware breach at SK Telecom exposes millions of customers' data, signaling serious vulnerabilities in the digital landscape.
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DOJ Investigates Coinbase Attack
- The DOJ is investigating the Coinbase cyber attack, but Coinbase itself is not under investigation.
- The breach compromised customer data but not login credentials, costing an estimated $180-400 million.
Dutch Law Criminalizes Cyber Espionage
- The Netherlands criminalized digital espionage targeting non-classified data and foreign-focused acts against national interests.
- Severe offenses may incur up to 12 years imprisonment amid concerns about China and Russia cyber activities.
UK Ransomware Attack Disrupts Food Supply
- A ransomware attack on UK food distributor Peter Green Child disrupted deliveries, threatening supermarket supply chains.
- Experts warn cyber threats to UK retail operations are increasing, risking smaller suppliers' viability.