kelvinsecurity attacks BFC Forex
Incident Date:
May 3, 2022
Overview
Title
kelvinsecurity attacks BFC Forex
Victim
BFC Forex
Attacker
Kelvinsecurity
Location
First Reported
May 3, 2022
BFC Forex Suffers Ransomware Attack
Company Overview
BFC Forex, established in 2005, operates under the regulatory oversight of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The company's core services include currency exchange, money transfer options, and outward remittances. With over 30 branches, BFC Forex also offers a multi-currency card, enhancing the convenience for its customers. BFC Forex is a significant entity within BFC Group Holdings W.L.L, alongside Bahrain Financing Company (BFC) in Bahrain and Bahrain Exchange Company (BEC) in Kuwait.
Vulnerabilities
The ransomware attack by Kelvinsecurity on BFC Forex was publicized through the group's dark web leak site. While the precise vulnerabilities exploited in this incident remain unspecified, ransomware attacks generally capitalize on software flaws or inadequate password policies to infiltrate systems. Following unauthorized access, attackers encrypt data and demand a ransom for its decryption.
The incident underscores the persistent cybercrime risks facing the financial sector. It is imperative for companies to adopt comprehensive cybersecurity strategies to safeguard their infrastructure and sensitive customer information against such threats.
Sources
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