Year2023 |
Month |
Reference number20230001 |
Impact areaShore |
Incident locationPhilippines |
Incident countryPhilippines |
Victim countryPhilippines |
Victim identityAG&P |
Victim TypeEnergy Infrastructure |
MethodRansomware |
Attacker countryRussia |
In 2023, AG&P, a key player in energy infrastructure based in the Philippines, faced a ransomware attack launched by the notorious LockBit 3.0 group. This Russia-linked organization is known for its relentless targeting of critical industries. The incident disrupted AG&P's operations, illustrating the group's strategy of focusing on infrastructure companies whose activities have far-reaching economic consequences. The attack highlighted the pressing need for bolstering cybersecurity defenses in the energy sector, especially in regions where digital infrastructure is expanding rapidly.