lockbit2 attacks Intertabak AG
Incident Date:
May 30, 2022
Overview
Title
lockbit2 attacks Intertabak AG
Victim
Intertabak AG
Attacker
Lockbit2
Location
First Reported
May 30, 2022
Intertabak AG Suffers Ransomware Attack by Lockbit2
Intertabak AG, the official and exclusive direct importer of Habanos Zigarren and Mini Cubanos (Zigarillos) for Switzerland and Liechtenstein, has fallen victim to the ransomware group Lockbit2. The attack was disclosed on the group's dark web leak site, signaling a significant breach in the company's cybersecurity defenses.
Since its establishment in 1995, Intertabak AG has played a pivotal role in the retail sector, focusing on the import and distribution of premium cigars. The company's online presence, aimed at Swiss consumers, provides extensive information on Habanos products and related events, making it a critical asset for the company's operations.
The susceptibility of Intertabak AG to ransomware attacks underscores a broader trend within the retail industry, which has increasingly become a target for cybercriminals. While the specifics of the website's compromise were not detailed, the ransomware group's announcement implies significant repercussions for the company's digital infrastructure.
Lockbit2, the ransomware group behind this attack, is notorious for its bold strategies, frequently targeting large entities and demanding substantial ransoms. Active since at least 2022, Lockbit2 has been implicated in numerous high-profile cyber incidents, affecting organizations such as Inforlandia, Robinson Pharma, and Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.
This incident with Intertabak AG serves as a stark reminder of the persistent threat ransomware groups pose, highlighting the critical importance of advanced cybersecurity measures to safeguard digital assets against such invasive attacks.
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