"Oil Giant Halliburton Confirms Cyber Incident, Details Scarce"

US oil giant Halliburton recently confirmed its computer systems were hit by a cyberattack that continues to affect operations at its Houston, Texas, offices.  Halliburton, considered the world’s second largest oil service company, has engaged with external experts to investigate and mitigate the threat.  The company noted that the investigation into the incident is still ongoing, and more information will be provided in the future.  Halliburton employs about 55,000 through hundreds of subsidiaries, affiliates, and brands in more than 70 countries.  The oil and gas industry has been a lucrative target for ransomware actors that use leak sites to shame victim organizations into paying ransom demands. 

SecurityWeek reports: "Oil Giant Halliburton Confirms Cyber Incident, Details Scarce"