Year2023 |
Month |
Reference number20230010 |
Impact areaShore |
Incident locationUAE |
Incident countryUAE |
Victim countryUAE |
Victim identitySeven Seas Group |
Victim TypeShipping |
MethodRansomware |
Attacker countryMalaysia |
The Clop ransomware group targeted Seven Seas Group, a UAE-based shipping company in 2023. The group, originating from Malaysia, is known for targeting high-profile entities. The ransomware attack impacted shipping operations and highlighted the cyber risks faced by the maritime industry, which plays a crucial role in international trade.