Colonial Pipeline Hack Disrupts US Fuel Supply ⛽

In 2021, the Colonial Pipeline hack caused fuel shortages across the United States. Gas stations closed, prices spiked, and millions felt the impact of a single cyberattack.

In this video, CyberLens explains:

How a stolen password led to a massive ransomware attack

Who the DarkSide hacking group were and how they operated

Why Colonial shut down its 5,500-mile fuel pipeline

The $5 million ransom paid in Bitcoin

How the U.S. government responded with new security rules

What the attack means for the future of critical infrastructure

🔑 Key Lessons:

Weak passwords can cause nationwide chaos

Critical infrastructure is a prime target for cybercriminals

Ransomware isn’t just digital — it affects the real world

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