Halliburton Hit by Cyberattack
Oilfield Services Giant Confirms Breach
HOUSTON, Aug 21 (Reuters) - Halliburton, a leading oilfield services company, has confirmed that it was the victim of a cyberattack.
Details of the Attack
- The attack occurred on Wednesday, August 21, 2023.
- The attack targeted Halliburton's cloud-based systems.
- The company has disconnected all staff from internal networks as a precautionary measure.
Company Response
Halliburton has not released many details about the attack. However, the company has confirmed that it is working with law enforcement and cybersecurity experts to investigate the incident.
Halliburton has not said when it expects to restore full operations.
Potential Impact
The cyberattack could have a significant impact on Halliburton's operations. The company provides a wide range of services to the oil and gas industry, including drilling, well completion, and production.
A prolonged outage could disrupt Halliburton's ability to provide these services, which could lead to delays and increased costs for its customers.
Cybersecurity Concerns
The Halliburton cyberattack is a reminder of the growing threat of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure.
Oil and gas companies are particularly vulnerable to these attacks because they rely heavily on computer systems to operate their facilities.
The Halliburton attack is a wake-up call for companies in the oil and gas industry to invest in cybersecurity measures to protect their systems from attack.
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