Eric Tucker

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Mar 19th, 2021
In this March 22, 2019 file photo, an American flag flies outside the Department of Justice in Washington. The Justice Department has assembled a task force to confront ransomware after what officials say was the most costly year on record for the crippling cyberattacks.
2020 Most Costly Year on Record for Cyberattacks
Last year was the worst to date in terms of the economic toll.
Apr 21st, 2021
This Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021 file photo shows power lines in Houston. The Biden administration is taking steps to protect the country’s electric system from cyberattacks through a new 100-day initiative combining federal government agencies and private industry. The initiative was announced Tuesday by the Energy Department.
US Takes Steps to Protect Electrical Grid from Attack
The White House says the U.S. is facing a well-documented cyber threat from actors seeking to disrupt electricity.
Apr 20th, 2021
An enlarged Wanted Poster is on display.
US Charges 5 Chinese Citizens in Global Hacking Campaign
The hacks targeted more than 100 companies and institutions in the U.S. and abroad.
Sep 17th, 2020
American flag flies outside the Department of Justice in Washington.
US Accuses Chinese Hackers in Targeting of COVID-19 Research
The Justice Department says the hackers stole hundreds of millions worth of intellectual property.
Jul 22nd, 2020
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Yahoo Indictments for Hacks
A scheme uncovered during the federal investigation may have opened a window into other hacks instigated by foreign governments.
Mar 16th, 2017