lockbit2 attacks Enclosure Solutions, Inc
Incident Date:
June 14, 2022
Overview
Title
lockbit2 attacks Enclosure Solutions, Inc
Victim
Enclosure Solutions, Inc
Attacker
Lockbit2
Location
First Reported
June 14, 2022
Enclosure Solutions, Inc. Suffers Ransomware Attack
Enclosure Solutions, Inc., a prominent manufacturer specializing in non-metallic electrical enclosures, cabinets, junction boxes, and equipment protection, has recently fallen victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by the Lockbit2 group. Despite the critical nature of this security breach, the company has yet to disclose specifics regarding the extent of the damage or the ransom amount demanded by the cybercriminals.
As a key player in the manufacturing sector, Enclosure Solutions, Inc. offers an extensive portfolio of products, including the PolyGuard™ UL Listed Types 12/4X/6P polycarbonate enclosures and injection-molded polycarbonate subpanels. The company's official website serves as a resource for product information, corporate news, and contact details.
The public domain lacks detailed information about the company's size and operational specifics. Nonetheless, it is noted that B&R Enclosures, a company operating within the same industry, has previously encountered ransomware attacks. B&R Enclosures stands as Australia's foremost manufacturer of electrical and telecommunications enclosure solutions, producing over one million enclosures and related accessories annually.
The Growing Threat of Ransomware Attacks on the Manufacturing Sector
This incident underscores the escalating risk of cyber attacks targeting the manufacturing industry. Ransomware attacks have emerged as a significant global cyber threat, with attackers increasingly focusing on large enterprises and critical infrastructure. To safeguard against such threats, it is imperative for companies to adopt a multi-layered defense-in-depth strategy. This approach should encompass encryption, air gapping, secure snapshot, and Write Once Read Many (WORM) functionalities for both primary and backup storage solutions.
As of now, Enclosure Solutions, Inc. has not issued an official statement regarding the ransomware attack or outlined the steps being undertaken to mitigate the aftermath. The absence of information raises concerns about the company's preparedness and whether a comprehensive business continuity plan is in place to address such incidents.
Sources
- Enclosure Solutions, Inc. Website
- Case Study: B&R Enclosures Take on Cybersecurity - BlackBerry Blog
- Ransomware Protection Storage Solution | Huawei Enterprise
- Protect Your IT Infrastructure From Ransomware Attacks - Eaton
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