conti attacks EbixCash Limited
Incident Date:
February 12, 2022
Overview
Title
conti attacks EbixCash Limited
Victim
EbixCash Limited
Attacker
Conti
Location
First Reported
February 12, 2022
EbixCash Limited Targeted by Ransomware Group Conti
Overview of EbixCash Limited
EbixCash Limited, a prominent international provider of On-Demand software and E-commerce services to the insurance, financial, and healthcare sectors, has recently fallen victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by the Conti group. With a broad operational footprint spanning Brazil, Singapore, Australia, the US, UK, New Zealand, India, and Canada, EbixCash stands as a significant entity in the global market. The company, which is a subsidiary of the US-based Ebix Inc., maintains its corporate website at https://www.ebix.com/ and is headquartered in New Delhi, India.
Transitioning from a private to a public limited company in 2022, EbixCash Limited is navigating through a challenging phase, especially with its parent company, Ebix Inc., filing for bankruptcy in 2023. Despite the bankruptcy proceedings being limited to Ebix entities in the US, the repercussions have inevitably influenced the strategic financial planning of EbixCash Limited, particularly affecting its Initial Public Offering (IPO) ambitions aimed at repaying convertible bonds worth Rs 335 crore to its parent.
Ransomware Attack on EbixCash Limited
The ransomware attack on EbixCash Limited underscores the escalating menace of cyber threats, with ransomware attacks, in particular, posing significant disruptions to business operations. These attacks not only encrypt data, rendering it inaccessible, but also demand hefty ransoms for data release. The international stature of EbixCash, coupled with the financial vulnerabilities introduced by its parent company's bankruptcy, likely exacerbated its appeal as a target for cybercriminals.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures, especially for corporations with extensive global operations and those undergoing financial instabilities. It highlights the importance of proactive defense strategies to mitigate the risks of ransomware and other cyber threats.
Sources
- SEBI
- Times of India
- HackNotice
- Ebix Blog
- EBIXCASH Limited - DRHP
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