Swiss tech giant ABB dealing with a cyberattack | May 15,2023
Channel: Hacking Space Frontier
Date: 2023-05-15

Swiss technology conglomerate ABB has confirmed an IT security incident that occurred on May 7. While they did not explicitly mention ransomware, anonymous sources reported that the Black Basta ransomware group targeted ABB's Windows Active Directory, affecting hundreds of devices. The company has taken measures to contain the incident, resulting in some disruptions to operations. However, the majority of systems and factories are now up and running, allowing ABB to serve customers securely. ABB works with governments worldwide and provides industrial technology to major manufacturers. The Black Basta ransomware group has targeted various organizations in the past. Cybersecurity researchers have linked them to the FIN7 cybercrime cartel.