Cyber Attack on Optima Manufacturing: A Closer Look
Incident Date:
April 11, 2024
Overview
Title
Cyber Attack on Optima Manufacturing: A Closer Look
Victim
Optima Manufacturing
Attacker
Hunters International
Location
First Reported
April 11, 2024
Ransomware Attack on Optima Manufacturing
Company Profile
Optima Manufacturing is a precision manufacturing company based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Specializing in high precision, tight tolerance CNC machined components and assemblies, it employs 89 individuals and generates revenue of $29 million. Its parts find applications in various industries such as Aerospace, Oil and Gas, Environmental Control, Agriculture, and Telecommunications.
Company Standout
Renowned for providing top-quality state-of-the-art close-tolerance machining and precision assembly services, Optima Manufacturing has been in operation for over 30 years. It has earned a reputation for crafting precision parts for global leaders situated in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. In March 2022, the company forged a strategic partnership with Hibiki-Seiki to supply the North American Aerospace Industry.
Ransomware Incident
In a recent ransomware attack on Optima Manufacturing, approximately 412.4GB of data, totaling 942,317 files, was reportedly stolen. The incident, made public by the cybercriminal group Hunters International, occurred on April 11, 2024, in Canada. Financial details, including the ransom price, have not been disclosed. Given its prominence in the manufacturing sector and its partnerships with key industries, Optima Manufacturing is a prime target for threat actors. Advanced technologies and efficient processes may have attracted the attention of cybercriminals seeking to gain access to its systems.
Sources:
ZoomInfo - Optima Manufacturing Profile
RocketReach - Optima Manufacturing Profile
Hunters International Dark Web Profile
NPR - The Ransomware Hunting Team
Hive Ransomware Group Dark Web Profile
Infosecurity Europe - Open Source Data Tracking Threat Actors
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