Days After Hack, Colonial Pipeline Restarts Amid Fuel Outages

A cyberattack originating in Russia led to a significant gas shortage across the South and East of the U.S., causing panic buying and fuel outages, especially in North Carolina. The incident highlighted the vulnerability of infrastructure as a national security issue, with critics questioning the government's response. The affected company chose not to pay ransom but to restore from backups, underscoring the need for better cybersecurity measures.

What were the consequences of the cyberattack on gas stations in the South and East?

How did panic buying affect the availability of gas?

What actions did American Airlines take in response to the fuel shortages?

What role does infrastructure play in national security according to the text?

What was the company's response to the cyberattack regarding ransom?