Penanshin hit by Alphv ransomware

Year

2023

Month

Reference number

20230016

Impact area

Shore

Incident location

Singapore

Incident country

Singapore

Victim country

Singapore

Victim identity

Penanshin

Victim Type

Shipping Company

Method

Ransomware

Attacker country

Russia

Summary:

In 2023, Penanshin a Singapore-based shipping company was targeted by Alphv group in a ransomware attack. The Alphv group, also known as BlackCat, is believed to originate from Russia and is known for its sophisticated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operations. The attack disrupted the company’s operations, highlighting the ongoing threat that ransomware poses to logistics providers and the shipping industry. As a shipping company, Penanshin plays a critical role in maritime logistics and supply chain management in Singapore and beyond, making it a valuable target for ransomware groups.

Reference URL

https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fae4682cc2b52123f436f99/t/6614e6a60fbde93c9dfdc4e3/1712645824622/Norma+Cyber+Annual+Threat+Assessment+-+Spreads.pdf