Ingram Micro’s Ransomware Comedy of Errors: When Cybersecurity “Training” Comes With a Hefty Price Tag
Ingram Micro, a mega distributor, is grappling with a ransomware attack courtesy of the cheeky SafePay crew. They’ve promised to “unlock” systems once a deal is struck, calling it a costly “training session” for Ingram’s IT team. Ingram’s scrambling to fix things, while SafePay just wants a payday.
Hot Take:
Ingram Micro’s latest drama unfolds like a cybersecurity soap opera, with SafePay’s ransom note reading like a passive-aggressive IT performance review. Clearly, for Ingram, the plot twist of the year isn’t a new product release—it’s their systems being taken hostage by a ransomware gang claiming they’re offering a “paid training session” for Ingram’s IT staff. Talk about a hostile takeover!
Key Points:
- Ingram Micro fell victim to a ransomware attack, allegedly orchestrated by the notorious SafePay crew.
- The attack disrupted Ingram Micro’s ability to process orders and manage licenses, sending employees home and systems offline.
- SafePay claims the attack was due to Ingram’s network misconfigurations, touting it as an unintentional training exercise for their IT team.
- The ransomware gang has encrypted critical data, demanding a ransom with a seven-day negotiation period.
- Sources suggest the breach occurred via Ingram’s GlobalProtect VPN platform, though this remains unconfirmed.
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