GTT Group hit by BlackBasta ransomware

Year

2023

Month

Reference number

20230006

Impact area

Shore

Incident location

Canada

Incident country

Canada

Victim country

Canada

Victim identity

GTT Group

Victim Type

Technology

Method

Ransomware

Attacker country

Russia

Summary:

In 2023, GTT Group, a Canada-based technology company, fell victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by BlackBasta. The group, suspected to originate from Russia, is known for its high-profile ransomware incidents and sophisticated tactics. The attack on GTT Group disrupted technological services and highlighted the continuing threat that ransomware poses to the maritime technology sector.

Reference URL

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

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/chilean-telecom-giant-gtd-hit-by-the-rorschach-ransomware-gang/