The recent cyber incident at Qantas, hot on the heels of an FBI warning about the notorious Scattered Spider group targeting the aviation sector, serves as a critical wake-up call for every organisation. While Qantas is believed to have contained the situation quickly, it highlights an undeniable truth: breaches are becoming an increasingly difficult reality to avoid.
Just days after the FBI cautioned against Scattered Spider’s sophisticated social engineering tactics, Qantas announced a breach on a third-party platform impacting up to six million customer records. This incident, suspected to be linked to the same threat actors behind recent attacks on Hawaiian Airlines and WestJet, underscores the agility and evolving methods of modern cybercriminals. They’re not just looking for technical vulnerabilities; they’re exploiting human elements and supply chain weaknesses.
In today’s threat landscape, focusing solely on prevention is no longer enough. While proactive measures are vital, the ability to respond swiftly and effectively is what truly minimises impact and protects your organisation’s reputation and bottom line.
Our threat intelligence report on Scattered Spider provides guidance on:
- Understanding the Threat Landscape: Gain deep insights into the evolving tactics of groups like Scattered Spider, including their social engineering methods, preferred attack vectors, and target profiles.
- Robust Mitigations: Learn how to implement layered defences that address both technical vulnerabilities and human factors, making your organisation a harder target.
- Advisory Recommendations: Discover the essential steps to focus on prevention, containment, incident management, and rapid recovery to minimise damage and ensure business continuity.
The Qantas incident is a powerful reminder that preparation is paramount. While containing a breach well is commendable, proactive knowledge and a robust response plan can make a huge difference.
Download the Mondas Threat Intelligence Update, equip yourself with the essential knowledge on threat tactics, the current landscape, effective mitigations, and crucial recommendations.
Act now. Protect your future.
