Year2025 |
MonthMay |
Reference number20250501 |
Impact areaShore |
Incident locationNagasaki |
Incident countryJapan |
Victim countryJapan |
Victim identityNagasaki Ship Equipment (NSS) |
Victim TypeManufacturing |
MethodRansomware |
Attacker countryRussia |
In May 2025, Japanese shipbuilding company NSS (長崎船舶装備株式会社) fell victim to a ransomware attack by the Qilin group. The breach, discovered on May 6, led to the exposure of internal documents, including operational data and screenshots, on Qilin's dark web leak site.NSS, established in 1943, plays a significant role in Japan's maritime industry, specializing in interior construction for ships. The attack underscores the growing need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in maritime manufacturing industries