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Thumb Drive Heroics: Manhattan Jog Saves Global Finance from Cyber Villains
In this era of complex Bank Cyberattack Contingency Plans, ICBC got a harsh reminder that sometimes it’s the simple solutions that save the day. Amidst a cyber onslaught from Lockbit, their tech equivalent of a knight in shining armor was…a USB stick. Who knew jogging…
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Who knew that in a world of high-speed trading and cutting-edge cybersecurity, a humble USB stick could still save the day? ICBC's run-in with cyber villains Lockbit has reminded us that sometimes a quick jog across Manhattan with a thumb drive is all it takes to keep the world's financial markets ticking. It's like a scene from a 90's tech thriller, except with less dial-up noises and more Bitcoin ransom demands.Already a member? Log in here