Since the beginning of 2021, the world has experienced a series of large-scale cyber attacks. (Source: Reuters) In an age where technology is creeping into every aspect of life, the term cyberattack is not new. Many people think simply that a cyber attack is an attempt by a hacker to steal data or money by infiltrating a computer network, databases, network infrastructure, websites, and devices. individual or organization. But now, hackers have found a way to make a lot of money illegally by attacking physical infrastructure targets, disrupting essential services, affecting not only to a person, a company that can spread to an entire city, even a country. Cyberattacks on the rise Over the past time, the US has continuously suffered from ransomware attacks targeting large companies, non-governmental organizations and government agencies. Most recently, on June 2, a ferry terminal operator service in the US state of Massachusetts became the target of a cyber attack, partially disrupting the ferry service payment system. Previously, hackers attacked the world’s leading meat processing group JBS SA, a branch in the US. In early May, the largest US oil pipeline operator Colonial Pipeline was also attacked by ransomware and forced to shut down some systems, disrupting supplies and pushing gasoline prices to record highs. green. Not only the US, the targets of hackers are very diverse. According to data from cybersecurity company BlackFog, from the beginning of 2021 to the present, US organizations and businesses have suffered 52 ransomware attacks, three times higher than the second-ranked country, the UK (16 (16). competition), followed by France (7), Canada (7), Australia (4), the Netherlands (4) and India (3). The rest of the world suffered only 39 attacks by hackers. Danger wave According to CNN, hacker groups have found that attacking critical service infrastructure can easily make them more money, in less time. These types of attacks have the potential to cause chaos in life, which can lead to product scarcity, push prices higher… The bigger the disruption, the quicker the hacked companies pay the hacker to fix the problem soon. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) has listed 16 industries as critical infrastructure sectors, including energy, healthcare, financial services, water, etc. Attacks, disruption of these industries can have a dramatic impact, undermining the US economy and security. More dangerously, most companies in this industry do not consider themselves technology-focused companies, leaving the operating system defenseless against increasingly sophisticated attacks by hackers. In addition, it is no coincidence that cyber attacks have increased sharply in the context of the raging Covid-19 pandemic. Millions of people move to remote work, including employees with access to critical infrastructure, while ransomware is deployed simply by enticing victims to click a link in an email. . Eric Cole, a former cybersecurity official under President Barack Obama, said that in order to promote automation, the internal networks of critical infrastructures are now networked and make the risk more risky. higher attack. In particular, hospital systems and healthcare providers are often targeted because they are busy dealing with Covid-19 and have little time to update their defenses. In response to this new wave of danger, on June 3, the White House sent an open letter, asking essential service companies to “consider ransomware as a threat to our core business.” themselves, rather than simply risk data theft.” US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo on June 6 asked the private sector of the country to be vigilant against the increasing wave of cyber attacks, and said that the threat is always present and even present. may become more severe. In order to protect your safety as well as your wallet, according to CNN , not only the US, companies, organizations and agencies also need to quickly close potential vulnerabilities in the system, update software and ensure that the most important functions are “immune” from damage. network attacks. Individuals also need to be cautious and alert before clicking on any link on the internet.

According to the Vice , DarkSide’s message does not directly refer to the Colonial Pipeline attack, but is titled “Regarding the Latest News”. The group said its actions were unrelated to politics. The cyber attack on May 7 caused the Colonial Pipeline’s fuel pipeline system to stop working. Photo: Bloomberg. “We are a non-political group, not involved in geopolitics. Don’t tie us to a government or look for other motives… Our aim is to make money, not to cause problems for society,” a DarkSide representative wrote on a website belonging to the dark web. According to the Washington Post , some US officials believe that DarkSide is the hacker group behind the Colonial Pipeline attack. Also in the new statement, DarkSide said it will change the way it works and selects targets. “From today, we will examine and analyze each company that partners want to encrypt to avoid social consequences,” the group wrote. On May 7, Colonial Pipeline announced that it had to disconnect some systems after discovering it was “a victim of a cyber attack”. According to the Business Insider , this move caused more than 8,046 km of fuel pipes and some computer systems of Colonial Pipeline to stop working. In an updated statement on May 8, the company representative confirmed that the software used for the attack was in the form of ransomware, which encrypts files in the system and requires victims to pay if they want to get it. again. The company hired a cybersecurity firm to investigate the severity of the attack. The DarkSide hacker group spoke out after the alleged implementation of a cyber attack against the Colonial Pipeline. Photo: Motherboard. According to information on its website, Colonial Pipeline transports about 45% of all fuel consumed on the East Coast of the United States. On May 9, the company said that while the main pipelines are still closed, some smaller pipelines have been reactivated. In response to the incident, the US Department of Transportation has declared a state of emergency in 17 states and Washington to lift restrictions on carriers and drivers assisting in fuel shortages. The declaration of emergency will be in effect until the end of the state of affairs, or until 23:59 on June 8 (local time). After the Colonial Pipeline incident, gasoline prices in the US increased more than 3% to $2,217 per gallon – the highest price since May 2018. Experts warn that the price of gas raw materials may increase further if Colonial Pipeline does not reopen the pipeline in the next few days. How did the FBI hack the suspect’s iPhone? Cellebrite has invented a phone-cracking technology that makes it easier for the FBI to investigate.

Colonial Pipeline’s Dorsey hub in Maryland, USA. Photo: Reuters The difficulty in fuel supply has raised concerns that gasoline prices at pumping stations will escalate during the peak summer travel season. Colonial Pipeline said the company is trying to resume operations this weekend after its fuel pipeline system was paralyzed since May 7 after being hit by a cyber attack. The shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline’s fuel pipeline system shut down nearly half of the US East Coast’s fuel supply. The US Energy Administration on May 10 called for mandatory cybersecurity standards for fuel pipeline operators and operators. “Incentivizing the voluntary application of standards to pipelines is inadequate,” said US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Richard Glick. The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has accused a cybercriminal group called “DarkSide” of causing a ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline. Reuters news agency quoted cybersecurity experts as saying that DarkSide is based in Russia or Eastern Europe, so the gang usually avoids targeting computers that use the languages ​​of the former Soviet republics. However, US President Joe Biden on May 10 expressed he did not believe that the Russian government was behind the cyber attack on the Colonial Pipeline. “So far there is no evidence based on our intelligence that Russia is involved,” Biden said. A statement titled DarkSide group on May 10 stated: “Our goal is to make money and not create problems for society.” Ransomware attack is a type of malware designed to disable computers by encrypting data and blackmailing victims if they want to regain system access. It is not clear what price the hackers offered for Colonial Pipeline, and the company has not commented on the matter. Fuel demand in the southeastern United States has increased sharply in recent days as consumers fear fuel shortages. The Southeastern region of the United States has long depended mainly on the supply of fuel flowing through the Colonial Pipeline’s pipeline system. The average national gasoline price rose 6 cents to $2.96 a gallon last week, the highest since May 2018 and close to a peak set in 2014, the American Automobile Association said. also warned of speculation about fuel hoarding as the supply continued to decrease. Katina Willey, a resident of Florida on May 10, said she had to go to 5 gas stations to buy gas. “Consumers have to wait in long lines at three of the five gas stations I go to,” added Katina Willey. Many other car owners said they were also looking to refill their gas tanks out of fear that the fuel situation could worsen. If the Colonial Pipeline’s pipeline disruptions continue, fuel suppliers may be able to force fuel transportation by trucks and trains to partially ease the fuel shortage. The US Department of Transportation on May 9 lifted travel restrictions for fuel truck drivers in 17 states affected by supply disruptions.

Illustration. https://tinhtexaydung.petrotimes.vn The attack resulted in higher gas prices, causing drivers to worry about shortages, while Colonial Pipeline Co. is working to restart the fuel line. However, the price of gasoline sold at pumping stations is higher and the possibility of fuel supply shortage is inevitable. After all, it is only temporary and its effects will be fleeting. But there’s a bigger problem: this has to do with America’s energy infrastructure, exactly how secure is its cybersecurity infrastructure? Experts soon said: The team that carried out this attack consisted of seasoned hackers. Later, a ransomware group called DarkSide claimed responsibility for the attack, and the FBI also pointed to this group as the culprit. Here’s what DarkSide said in its statement: “We are apolitical, we do not engage in geopolitics, do not need to tie us to a defined government, and seek our motives. . Our goal is to make money, and not create any other problems for society. Starting today, we’re introducing censorship and vetting of each company that our partners want to encrypt to avoid future social consequences.” The statement was clearly intended to address allegations made that Russia was behind the attack, but even the White House was careful not to point the finger at Moscow. President Biden said there was no evidence that they were involved in the attack. That’s related to geopolitical motives, but the statement also suggests that DarkSide and its partners won’t stop, even if they don’t intentionally cause problems. “Colonial may be at risk of leaking consignor confidential data,” said Vicki Knott, CEO of CruxOCM, a provider of control room operations services to the oil and gas industry. https://tinhtexaydung.petrotimes.vn

Vung Ang squid (Ky Loi commune, Ky Anh town, Ha Tinh province) is a famous and delicious dish. Squid dancing in Ha Tinh was fished by skilled craftsmen at night and sold to the owners. Each kilogram of squid is sold for between 700 million and 1 million, but still sold out. Squid dance is also known as squid swimming, living so jumping crunchy and blinking (Photo: Thien Luong) Squid can process many different dishes such as boiled, steamed, salad, grilled, fried … but simply and keep the crisp, sweet taste of the squid is to let the whole thing clean, put in a pot to boil a few minutes picked out immediately. The indispensable spice when eaten is mustard or ginger fish sauce, guise leaves … Ca Mau crab specialty increased in record prices On the days near the holidays April 30 – May 1, the price of Ca Mau crab increased quite high, especially crab crab. As noted by the reporter Dan Tri newspaper, crab crabs cost up to 800,000 VND / kg (400 grams or more), while brick crabs from 300 grams to less than 400 grams cost 750,000 VND / kg. Compared to normal days, this price increases from 150,000 VND to 300,000 VND / kg (depending on type). Some other types of crab meat such as crab y, square bib … currently cost about 300,000 VND / kg or more. This price also increases by around 50,000 VND / kg. The reason for the sharp increase in the price of crabs is that the demand for sea crabs to be bought as gifts, food … increases on the next 30/4 – 1/5 holidays. Specialty fish face demon to Hanoi price 2-3 million / kg According to GiadinhNet, the demon face fish is known to be a very ugly fish with very hard scales, rough, rough look, the same color as dead coral reefs. This fish is called the super-poisonous god on the ocean floor because it is one of the most unique fish species in the world. On the back of the demon face fish there are 13 dorsal fins containing strong toxins. Devil’s face fish (Photo: GiadinhNet) Although possessing an extremely ugly and scary shape, this fish brings a huge source of nutrition to humans. In Vietnam, visitors can enjoy this fish in the Nha Trang, Phu Yen, Binh Thuan tours … The price of a demon face fish, weighing 1.2-3kg in Hanoi fluctuates. from 3-9 million VND, many times more expensive than other high-end seafood. Gas prices plummeted From 7:30 a.m. on May 1, gas prices decreased from VND 1,583-1,604 / kg (VAT included), equivalent to VND 19,000 / bottle (12kg). Retail gas price ranges from 361,000 to 384,000 VND / 12kg cylinder; 1,439,000 VND / 45kg bottle and 1,599,000 VND / 50kg bottle. The reason for the decrease in gas prices is that the average world gas price in May 2021 decreased by 60 USD / ton compared to April 2021. From the beginning of the year until now, this is the second month that the gas price has cooled down with a total reduction of nearly 40,000 VND / 12 kg cylinder. Diamond vegetables expensive, out of stock Recently, diamond vegetables, also known as snowflake vegetables, suddenly appeared in Hanoi, and were actively bought by people. This vegetable has thick leaves, the leaves and stems have many sparkling seeds like white snowflakes. Notably, the price of this vegetable is not cheap, up to 150,000 VND / kg, but still makes many curious people want to enjoy it once. Diamond vegetables have a fresh, crunchy taste, mild salty taste, soft and juicy leaves and can be eaten raw, so they are popular with customers. Snowflakes (diamond vegetables) make many women curious to buy. According to Ms. Le Thi Duyen in Khuong Mai (Thanh Xuan, Hanoi), snowflake vegetables come from the desert regions of South Africa. They also have another name as diamond vegetable to see the rarity and rarity of this vegetable. However, in recent years, vegetables have been imported to Vietnam and grown by a number of gardeners in Dalat to supply to the market. Quang Ngai chili, onions dropped at a record price According to Zing, traders currently buy chili in Tu Nghia district (Quang Ngai) for only 10,000 VND for 3 kg of chili fruit, the lowest price ever. Chili prices continuously dropped, causing thousands of Quang Ngai farmers to face many difficulties. Chili sold not enough to pay for labor, many farmers in Nghia Thuong commune, Tu Nghia district neglect the ripe chili in the field. In a similar situation, onions growers in Binh Dinh also struggled because onions fell at record prices. Dan Tri newspaper said that the current price of purple onion and pilgrimage in Binh Dinh ranges from 5,000-10,000 VND / kg but still cannot be sold. Meanwhile, in some years, the dry pilgrimage was sold by people for 60,000 VND / kg. The local government plans to “rescue” onions to help farmers. House prices rose sharply due to record high prices of sand and steel According to VTV, the price of construction steel is currently about 18,700-18,800 VND / kg. This price level is 40% higher than that of the end of the third quarter of 2020. Construction contractors nationwide are facing the risk of losing all construction profits, even bankruptcy due to the sudden increase in steel prices. In the face of record high steel prices, condominiums offered to the market are facing the risk of price increases, which have a significant impact on consumers. Currently, the price of construction steel is about 18,700-18,800 VND / kg. (Photo: NLF) Meanwhile, since the Lunar New Year, the price of sand in the West has increased dramatically. Specifically, according to Dan Tri Newspaper, the price of filling sand (good grade) that businesses sell at the yard is from 180,000-200,000 VND / m3, car-building sand is 280,000 VND / m3, sand poured concrete 320,000 VND / m3. The high sand price has caused many projects and works to be delayed. Many businesses have won the bid “cried” because of the price of sand. Pork prices fall, poultry meat is likely to increase According to the General Statistics Office, pork prices in April fell 1.75% from the previous month. The price of live pigs in many localities across the country has cooled down, ranging from 70,000-73,000 VND / kg. Pork prices are low, in the range of 60,000-165,000 VND / kg. The price of pork decreased due to the control of African swine fever, and the guaranteed supply of pork. Accordingly, the price of roast meat, sausages, rolls in April also decreased by 0.46% over the previous month. In April, prices of chicken and eggs of all kinds decreased by 0.22% and 1.2%, respectively, compared to the previous month due to plentiful supplies. However, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, from May onwards, the supply of poultry meat will be in short supply if the farmer continues to leave the barn and not re-herd. If farmers do not maintain the current scale, the risk of lack of chicken products in the second quarter and third quarter of this year. Plum rice cheap as for, equal to 1/3 cup of iced tea Currently, plums growing points in Chieng Co commune, Chieng Ngan, … (Son La city) are in the harvest season and very wrong. But compared to every year at this time, the price of plum rice this year is surprisingly cheap when it does not exceed 5,000 VND / kg, even plum growers have to sell for 1,000 VND / kg to avoid waste. The price of plums falling on the carpet is partly due to the lack of time to harvest the ripe fruit. Another reason is that the plum this year is very wrong, so the yield has also increased significantly. Plum growing households are spontaneous, no traders or businesses stand out to buy. Moreover, the price of plums plummeted down due to the influence of the Covid-19 epidemic, the consumption was also slow, and the purchasing power was weaker. Hanh Nguyen (Synthetic)