Askul’s Ransomware Rumble: 700,000 Records Stolen in Japan’s Latest Cyber Fiasco
Askul, the Japanese e-commerce titan, faced a cyber calamity as hackers made off with over 700,000 records in a ransomware attack. The RansomHouse group claimed responsibility, leaking data after Askul refused to pay up. With logistics in disarray, it seems like Askul’s office supplies weren’t the only things on backorder!
Hot Take:
**_Well, it seems Askul is living up to its name, as this breach has created quite the “ask-you-all” situation! With over 700,000 records compromised, it’s safe to say that Askul has found itself in a “logistical nightmare,” courtesy of the RansomHouse ransomware group. Maybe next time, Askul will “ask” for better security practices before their files get “skul”-ed by cybercriminals._**
Key Points:
- Askul, a Japanese e-commerce and logistics company, was hit by a ransomware attack, compromising over 700,000 records.
- The RansomHouse ransomware group is behind the attack, stealing over 1 TB of data.
- Significant disruptions occurred in Askul’s logistics systems, affecting orders and shipping.
- Customer, business partner, employee, and executive records were compromised.
- The hackers accessed the network using compromised credentials, disabling security systems and encrypting files after deleting backups.
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