First, the UK’s Co-operative Group was forced to shut down part of its IT systems after a suspected cyberattack, disrupting internal operations like stock monitoring and remote access—just weeks after a similar event hit Marks & Spencer. While customer-facing services stayed online, the breach highlights growing risks in the retail supply chain.
Meanwhile, a ransomware attack crippled systems at the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office and courthouse in Illinois. While 911 and public safety services remained active, critical infrastructure—including judicial and legal records—went dark.
The FBI and Secret Service are now leading the investigation.
But not all stories end in disruption—Doctors Hospital in the Cayman Islands successfully thwarted a ransomware attack thanks to quick action by its IT Director and a well-practiced incident response plan. No patient data was compromised, and operations resumed with minimal downtime.
We’ll break down what went right, what went wrong, and why tabletop exercises and segmented infrastructure may be your best defense in this era of relentless cyber threats.
