Attack on the Energy Storage Field

Where are ransomware attacks targeting Energy Installations?

Over the last year, ransomware attackers have targeted energy installations in North America, Asia, and the European Union. In the EU, Handelsblatt reported that ransomware attacks targeting the energy sector more than doubled in 2022 over the previous year, with defenders recording 21 attacks through the past October.

What are the major energy-related attacks in the EU?

As for other energy-related attacks in the EU, ALPHV’s and Black Basta’s attacks on Italian public utilities like Acea the country’s national energy agency, Gestore dei Servizi Energetici S.p.A. (GSE), and multinational oil firm Eni S.p.A. are also significant.

Did Quilin attack thornburi energy storage systems?

In the context of Germany, Quilin’s attack on Thornburi Energy Storage Systems (TESM), a Bangkok-based plug-in battery manufacturer, is also significant. Despite being a Thai firm, TESM is a key partner of German auto manufacturer Mercedes-Benz AG, with the latter recently investing €100 million in the battery maker.

Are nuclear energy organizations a threat to cyber espionage?

Nuclear energy organizations are high-priority targets for ransomware operators and advanced threat groups seeking to participate in cyber espionage. Leaked data from these entities may serve as a smokescreen for more intricate attacks, planned before any public announcement of these incidents.

What makes energy firms more vulnerable to ransomware attacks?

Factors that make energy firms more vulnerable to ransomware attacks include complexities in converging IT and operational technology (OT) networks, third-party risks, and historic geopolitical fragmentation.

Was Eni a ransomware attack?

In August 2022, Italian multinational oil company Eni S.p.A disclosed a cyberattack on its computer networks. The attempted ransomware attack only caused minor damage to affected systems. The company’s internal systems identified unauthorized network activity in the days before the attack.