ConnectWise breached in cyberattack linked to nation-state hackers

IT management software firm ConnectWise says a suspected state-sponsored cyberattack breached its environment and impacted a limited number of ScreenConnect customers. "ConnectWise recently learned of suspicious activity within our environment that we believe was tied to a sophisticated nation state actor, which affected a very small number of ScreenConnect customers," ConnectWise shared in a brief advisory. "We have launched an investigation with one of the leading forensic experts, Mandiant. We have contacted all affected customers and are coordinating with law enforcement." ConnectWise is a Florida-based software company that provides IT management, RMM (remote monitoring and management), cybersecurity, and automation solutions for managed service providers (MSPs) and IT departments. One of its products is ScreenConnect, a remote access and support tool that allows technicians to securely connect to client systems for troubleshooting, patching, and system maintenance. As first ... Read full article.