blackbyte attacks Petrolimex Station
Incident Date:
February 5, 2022
Overview
Title
blackbyte attacks Petrolimex Station
Victim
Petrolimex Station
Attacker
Blackbyte
Location
First Reported
February 5, 2022
Petrolimex Station Suffers Ransomware Attack by BlackByte Group
Company Overview
Petrolimex Station is a Vietnamese company that operates in the energy sector. The company's website provides information about their services, including fuel sales, lubricants, and other petroleum products. However, there is limited information available about the size of the company or its unique features in the industry.
Vulnerabilities and Targeting
Ransomware attacks have become increasingly common, with 71% of organizations worldwide experiencing at least one ransomware attack in 2022. The average total cost of an attack reached $4.3 million. The specific vulnerabilities that led to Petrolimex Station's attack are not detailed in the search results. However, it is mentioned that the attack was neutralized and only affected less than 5% of the company's computers.
BlackByte Ransomware Group
BlackByte is a ransomware group that has been active in recent years. The group is known for its ransomware attacks on various organizations, including Mexican state-owned oil company Pemex, which was hit with a ransomware attack demanding $4.9 million.
The ransomware attack on Petrolimex Station by the BlackByte group highlights the ongoing threat of cyber attacks in the energy sector. Companies in this sector must remain vigilant and implement robust cybersecurity measures to protect against such threats.
Sources
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