Hackers are becoming more creative by the day as they breach companies seeking financial gains or for other malicious reasons.
The Wall Street Journal recently reported on thieves that intercepted a container of yogurt and demanded a $40,000 ransom - part of a surge in fraud in the freight haulers industry. The freight hauler had subcontracted a delivery job using an online platform that matches shipments to carriers. Unfortunately, the fraudsters stole the hauler’s identity to hijack the shipment.
Industry-wide, cargo theft incidents approached 3,000 and $560 million of losses in 2023. Companies in this sector are taking notice and action according to the article.
Trade and transportation companies must be ever vigilant as cyber threats worsen. Consider an assessment of your systems and processes by Axiotrop since we’re cyber security experts that take a business-first approach to lowering risk.
About Axiotrop, LLC:
AXIOTROP’s mission is to make cybersecurity accessible, attainable, and sustainable for small and medium-sized businesses so they remain competitive and poised for growth. We simplify cybersecurity by working closely with businesses to right-size their program for their needs, resulting in client retention, business expansion, and reduced risk.
Comments