lockbit3 attacks BIG Novi Sad
Incident Date:
October 12, 2022
Overview
Title
lockbit3 attacks BIG Novi Sad
Victim
BIG Novi Sad
Attacker
Lockbit3
Location
First Reported
October 12, 2022
BIG Novi Sad Suffers Ransomware Attack by Lockbit3
Company Overview
BIG Novi Sad is part of the BIG Tržni centri network, which offers over 1000 stores from well-known global and local brands. The company operates in various locations across Serbia, including Novi Sad, Inđija, Pančevo, Beograd, Zrenjanin, Podgorica, Kruševac, Kragujevac, Nova Pazova, and Obrenovac.
Vulnerabilities and Impact
The ransomware attack on BIG Novi Sad underscores the critical importance of data security for companies. The City of Novi Sad experienced a similar ransomware attack in 2020, highlighting the ongoing cyber threat landscape in the region. While the specific vulnerabilities exploited in the BIG Novi Sad attack are not detailed, ransomware groups typically leverage unpatched software or weak passwords to infiltrate systems.
The incident at BIG Novi Sad is a stark reminder of the necessity for businesses to implement comprehensive cybersecurity strategies. These strategies should encompass regular software updates, the enforcement of strong password policies, and the provision of cybersecurity training for employees.
Sources
- BIG Tržni centri - Pronađite najbliže mesto za šoping | BIG
- The Week in Ransomware - March 6th 2020 - Breaches Everywhere
- Novi Sad cyber attack highlights need to take data security seriously
- The biggest ransomware attacks of 2023 | Kaspersky official blog
- Battle for Balkan Cybersecurity: Threats and Implications of Biometrics and Digital Identity
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