bianlian attacks Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort
Incident Date:
August 30, 2022
Overview
Title
bianlian attacks Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort
Victim
Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort
Attacker
Bianlian
Location
First Reported
August 30, 2022
Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort Suffers Ransomware Attack
Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort, a popular destination in the hospitality sector, has been targeted by the ransomware group Bianlian. The attack was announced on the group's dark web leak site, and the victim's website was identified as the target.
The Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort is known for its onsite restaurant and bar, Smokey Joes Café, Bar & Grill, and its upcoming SkyHotel. The resort is located in Hervey Bay, a seaside escape with a balmy subtropical climate and calm waters, making it an ideal destination for leisure and business travelers.
The size and specifics of the company are not readily available in the search results. However, it is mentioned that hotels are a common target for cyberattacks, and the hospitality industry has been under siege from various threat actors for some time.
The vulnerabilities that led to this attack are not specified in the search results. It is recommended that organizations in the hospitality sector, and all industries, prioritize cybersecurity measures to protect against ransomware attacks. This includes regular updates and patches, employee training, and robust backup and recovery systems.
This incident serves as a reminder that no organization is immune to cyber threats, and it is crucial for all businesses to remain vigilant and proactive in their cybersecurity efforts.
Sources
- Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort - Official Website
- HackNotice: Ramada Hervey Bay Hotel Resort - Amazon AWS
- Ransomware Posts - GitHub Pages
- Ramada by Wyndham Hervey Bay - Tripadvisor
- Omni Hotels & Resorts hit by cyberattack - Hotel Dive
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