ATLCC Hit by RansomHub Ransomware Exposing Sensitive Data
Incident Date:
September 15, 2024
Overview
Title
ATLCC Hit by RansomHub Ransomware Exposing Sensitive Data
Victim
ATLCC (Atlanta Consulting & Construction)
Attacker
Ransomhub
Location
First Reported
September 15, 2024
RansomHub Ransomware Attack on ATLCC: A Detailed Analysis
ATLCC (Atlanta Consulting & Construction), a specialized firm in the solid waste management sector, has recently fallen victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by the notorious RansomHub group. This incident has resulted in the unauthorized access and potential exfiltration of several sensitive documents, raising significant concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities within the company.
About ATLCC
ATLCC, also known as Atlantic Coast Consulting, Inc., is a prominent firm based in Roswell, Georgia, specializing in solid waste consulting services. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a leader in the environmental consulting sector, particularly focusing on solid waste management projects such as landfills and material recovery facilities. With a team of 10 to 19 employees, ATLCC offers a broad range of services, including environmental consulting, engineering solutions, and construction quality assurance (CQA). The firm is recognized for its commitment to delivering cost-effective and efficient solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients.
Attack Overview
The ransomware attack on ATLCC was claimed by RansomHub via their dark web leak site. The attack has compromised several sensitive documents, including "2024-03-28 Distribution History.pdf" (410.83 KB), "2024-07 Financials.pdf" (633.58 KB), and "20221026 _Short Form Agmt_Eli Whitney.pdf" (423.82 KB). Additionally, an employee census file titled "employee_census_field.xlsx" (26.57 KB) and "Nebraska Tax Forms.pdf" (218.26 KB) were also accessed. Another document, "ParticipantInvestmentAccountValuesAs0f03-02-2021.pdf" (15.93 KB), was included in the breach. The attack details can be found on the company's website at www.atlcc.net.
About RansomHub
RansomHub, a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) group, first appeared in February 2024. The group quickly gained notoriety by adopting a highly adaptable and aggressive affiliate model. RansomHub distinguishes itself through its speed and efficiency, with ransomware optimized to encrypt large datasets quickly while targeting a wide range of cross-platform systems. The group employs double extortion tactics, combining encryption with data theft to increase pressure on victims to pay ransoms.
Penetration and Vulnerabilities
RansomHub affiliates primarily use phishing campaigns, vulnerability exploitation, and password spraying to gain initial access. In the case of ATLCC, the attack could have penetrated the company's systems through unpatched vulnerabilities or weak security protocols. The group's advanced data exfiltration techniques and modular architecture allow affiliates to rapidly update ransomware strains to evade detection, making it a formidable threat to organizations like ATLCC.
Sources
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