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United States – WestRock

Exploit: Ransomware
WestRock: Packaging Manufacturer

Risk to Small Business: 2.779 = Extreme

Packaging giant WestRock has experienced a ransomware attack that has impacted both its manufacturing and IT environments, severely impacting production. The company has noted in an announcement to shareholders that it expects that continued delays during the recovery and cleanup process are expected.

Individual Risk: No sensitive personal or financial information was announced as part of this incident, but the investigation is ongoing.

Customers Impacted: Unknown

How it Could Affect Your Customers’ Business: Ransomware can be especially devastating to manufacturing companies by not just impacting office business but halting production, leading to a cascade effect.

Source:
https://www.securityweek.com/packaging-giant-westrock-says-ransomware-attack-impacted-ot-systems