What’s new: A software developer, Davis Lu, has been sentenced to four years in prison for creating malware and a kill switch that sabotaged his former employer’s systems after his termination. The malicious code caused significant disruptions, locking out thousands of users when his account was disabled.
Who’s affected
The incident impacted employees of an Ohio-based company, reportedly Eaton Corporation, resulting in operational disruptions and financial losses estimated in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
What to do
- Review access controls and account management policies to prevent unauthorized access and potential sabotage.
- Implement monitoring systems to detect unusual activities, especially around account disablement and access changes.
- Conduct regular security training for employees to recognize and report suspicious behavior.
