The largest port in Japan at Nagoya, which services Toyota Motor Corporation, is suffering a ransomware attack that has shut down operations of container terminals.
The Nagoya Port Unified Terminal System (NUTS) in Japan suffered a significant system outage on Tuesday that was attributed to a ransomware attack.
According to a notice (in Japanese) sent to customers, the attack disrupted container operations across all terminals within the port.
In particular, container import and export operations via trailer transportation have been temporarily halted at the terminals. Shipping companies responsible for the arrival and departure of container vessels are advised to consult with the primary carrier for instructions and updates regarding loading and unloading operations.
And:
The restoration of the system is targeted to be completed by 6.00pm JST today (July 5), followed by a planned resumption of operations starting at 8.30am JST on July 6 (Thursday).
That’s pretty quick. As for who is behind this, it is said that the LockBit ransomware gang is behind this.
Roy Akerman, Co-Founder & CEO, Rezonate had this to say:
“Critical infrastructure remains a key concern as the risk of business disruptions impacts millions of people and businesses dependent on goods shipped in and out of the Nagoya port daily. The Nagoya port is a good reminder that critical infrastructure is at constant risk and nations need to protect and apply the best of breed technologies to prevent, detect and quickly respond and, as in this case, instantly recover operations.”
This is another example of how disruptive that these sorts of attacks can be. After all, this one is affecting a port that services Toyota. Which means that there will still be ripple effects from this even after things are restored to normal.
UPDATE:
Carol Volk, EVP, BullWall added this:
“Ransomware attacks like the recent one on the Port of Nagoya have become inevitable. The expanding digital landscape provides more entry points for hackers, while the potential financial gains make these attacks lucrative. As a result, companies must prepare their cyber defenses, including ransomware containment.
“Such a system can detect and mitigate attacks early, minimizing damage and disruption. Organizations should also prioritize regular backups, strong security measures, employee training, and incident response plans. By acknowledging the inevitability of ransomware attacks and taking proactive measures, businesses can enhance their resilience and safeguard critical systems, before the attack comes for them.”
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Japanese Port Used By Toyota Pwned By LockBit
The largest port in Japan at Nagoya, which services Toyota Motor Corporation, is suffering a ransomware attack that has shut down operations of container terminals.
The Nagoya Port Unified Terminal System (NUTS) in Japan suffered a significant system outage on Tuesday that was attributed to a ransomware attack.
According to a notice (in Japanese) sent to customers, the attack disrupted container operations across all terminals within the port.
In particular, container import and export operations via trailer transportation have been temporarily halted at the terminals. Shipping companies responsible for the arrival and departure of container vessels are advised to consult with the primary carrier for instructions and updates regarding loading and unloading operations.
And:
The restoration of the system is targeted to be completed by 6.00pm JST today (July 5), followed by a planned resumption of operations starting at 8.30am JST on July 6 (Thursday).
That’s pretty quick. As for who is behind this, it is said that the LockBit ransomware gang is behind this.
Roy Akerman, Co-Founder & CEO, Rezonate had this to say:
“Critical infrastructure remains a key concern as the risk of business disruptions impacts millions of people and businesses dependent on goods shipped in and out of the Nagoya port daily. The Nagoya port is a good reminder that critical infrastructure is at constant risk and nations need to protect and apply the best of breed technologies to prevent, detect and quickly respond and, as in this case, instantly recover operations.”
This is another example of how disruptive that these sorts of attacks can be. After all, this one is affecting a port that services Toyota. Which means that there will still be ripple effects from this even after things are restored to normal.
UPDATE:
Carol Volk, EVP, BullWall added this:
“Ransomware attacks like the recent one on the Port of Nagoya have become inevitable. The expanding digital landscape provides more entry points for hackers, while the potential financial gains make these attacks lucrative. As a result, companies must prepare their cyber defenses, including ransomware containment.
“Such a system can detect and mitigate attacks early, minimizing damage and disruption. Organizations should also prioritize regular backups, strong security measures, employee training, and incident response plans. By acknowledging the inevitability of ransomware attacks and taking proactive measures, businesses can enhance their resilience and safeguard critical systems, before the attack comes for them.”
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