RansomHub Ransomware Hits Modern Ceramics Manufacturing
Incident Date:
August 8, 2024
Overview
Title
RansomHub Ransomware Hits Modern Ceramics Manufacturing
Victim
Modern Ceramics Manufacturing
Attacker
Ransomhub
Location
First Reported
August 8, 2024
RansomHub Targets Modern Ceramics Manufacturing in Ransomware Attack
Modern Ceramics Manufacturing (MCM), a San Jose-based leader in the precision fabrication of ceramic, plastic, and metal components, has become the latest victim of a ransomware attack orchestrated by the notorious RansomHub group. The attack has resulted in the leakage of sensitive data, including finance documents, employee lists, and customer information.
About Modern Ceramics Manufacturing
Established in 1998, MCM operates a 50,000 square foot facility equipped with advanced CNC machining technology. The company specializes in producing high-purity alumina ceramic components, which are critical for various high-tech industries such as semiconductor, solar, medical, aerospace, and oil and gas. MCM is known for its Accelerated Manufacturing Program (AMP), which allows for rapid production and delivery of precision components.
Attack Overview
The ransomware attack on MCM was claimed by RansomHub via their dark web leak site. The attackers infiltrated MCM's systems, compromising files from the company's file servers. The leaked data includes finance documents, employee lists, and a database containing customer information. This breach poses significant risks to MCM's operations, reputation, and the privacy of its customers and employees.
About RansomHub
RansomHub is a relatively new ransomware group believed to have roots in Russia. Operating as a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) group, RansomHub affiliates receive 90% of the ransom money, with the remaining 10% going to the main group. The group has targeted various countries, including the US, Brazil, Indonesia, and Vietnam, and has a history of attacking healthcare-related institutions.
Penetration and Vulnerabilities
RansomHub's ransomware strains are written in Golang, a language that is becoming increasingly popular among ransomware developers. The group's ability to infiltrate MCM's systems could be attributed to vulnerabilities in the company's cybersecurity infrastructure. The attack highlights the importance of cybersecurity measures, especially for companies handling sensitive data in high-tech industries.
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