Cyber Attack
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B.C. government networks affected by ‘cybersecurity incidents’Premier David Eby's office said it had not found any evidence that sensitive information had been compromised, but was still working to determine the extent of the incident.Crime5 hours
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U.K. bans generic passwords over cybersecurity concerns. Should Canada be next?The U.K. has passed a new law — the first in the world — banning manufacturers from allowing consumers to use weak passwords on internet-connected devices.CanadaMay 5
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Cyber attacks are getting easier, experts warn after 3rd federal incidentExperts say cyber attacks are getting more numerous, more complex and easier - and that Canada's regulations don't go far enough to help companies stay safe.CanadaMar 5
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Cyber incident forces Canada’s FINTRAC to shut some systems downThe Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada says the incident does not involve the centre’s intelligence or classified systems.CanadaMar 5
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City of Hamilton confirms ransomware attack, mayor promises ‘full review’City Manager Marnie Cluckie confirmed, during a media briefing late Monday afternoon, that the city was recently hit by a ransomware attack.CrimeMar 4
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How the Toronto library is recovering from a cyberattack, one book at a timeWorkers at a Scarborough distribution hub have cleared more than 10 tractor-trailers full of boxes stacked five high.CanadaFeb 29
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Guelph area schools included in Canada-wide yearbook cybersecurity breachA company that produces yearbooks notified UGDSB that software used to upload photos was compromised.CanadaFeb 23
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Personal cyber insurance in demand as digital crimes increase. What to knowTens of thousands of Canadians fall prey to cybercrime every year, so some are adding a new tool to their arsenal: personal cyber insurance.CanadaFeb 20
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Toronto Zoo employees’ personal information stolen in ransomware attackThe Toronto Zoo said some personal data belonging to its employees was taken including past earnings, social insurance numbers, birthdates, telephone numbers and home addresses.CrimeJan 17
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City of Peterborough’s social media account on X hacked, taken overOn Monday morning, the city says its X account @CityPtbo was hacked on Sunday and had been renamed @JupiterExhanqe. The city has since regained control of its account.CrimeJan 15
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