EMEA
MSSP Alert’s regional coverage of managed security services providers, cybersecurity news and events in EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa).
Microsoft Counters Iranian Hackers, Spearphishing Attacks
Microsoft shuts down 100 websites associated with alleged Iranian spearphishing hackers called Phosphorus but also known as APT 35, Charming Kitten & Ajax Security Team.
MSSP, IT Security Acquisition: Nixu Buys Denmark’s Ezenta
Finnish cybersecurity company Nixu acquires Ezenta, a Danish IT security consulting firm. The combined firm offers managed security services across Europe.
Norsk Hydro LockerGoga Ransomware Attack: Business Recovery Update
Norsk Hydro explains the LockerGoga ransomware attack, business recovery efforts, and the status of various systems.
EU Adopts Europol Protocol to Handle Cross-border Cyber Attacks
European Union member states have adopted a new Europol emergency response protocol for law enforcement agencies to handle major cross-border cybersecurity attacks.
Norsk Hydro: LockerGoga Ransomware Cyberattack Triggers Network Outage
Norsk Hydro suffers LockerGoga ransomware cyberattack. Norwegian aluminum company suffers worldwide technology network outage. Updated March 20, 7:23 a.m. ET.
eSentire MDR: 90% European Bookings Growth Since 2017
Managed security services provider (MSSP) & managed detection & response (MDR) company eSentire records 90% bookings growth in Europe over the past two years.
3 Ransomware Trends Every European MSP Should Know
How are ransomware attacks impacting european MSPs (managed IT service providers) & their customers? Datto’s Chris Tate explains survey results.
Malta’s Bank of Valletta Uncertain to Find Hacked $14.7 Million
Malta’s Bank of Valletta (BOV), hit by cyber robbers in a €13 million (US$14.7 million) theft late last week, may never recover the full amount stolen, a bank official said.
European Bank Cyberattack: Hackers Attempt $14.65 Million Theft
Hackers attack Bank of Valletta, create false accounts & attempt to steal $14.65 million. Bank operations resumed Thursday after a complete shutdown on Wednesday.
EU-U.S. Privacy Shield: European Data Protection Board’s Report
What did the Second Annual Review of the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield reveal? Hunton Andrews Kurth offers perspectives.