Security News > 2021 > June > REvil ransomware hits US nuclear weapons contractor

US nuclear weapons contractor Sol Oriens has suffered a cyberattack allegedly at the hands of the REvil ransomware gang, which claims to be auctioning data stolen during the attack.

Job postings first spotted by CNBC correspondent Eamon Javers provide some insight into Sol Orien's operations, who are seeking program managers, consultants, and a 'Nuclear Weapon System Subject Matter Expert' to work with the National Nuclear Security Administration.

"Sol Oriens LLC currently has an opening for a Senior Nuclear Weapon System Subject Matter. Expert with more than 20 years of experience with nuclear weapons like the W80-4. This. Subject Matter Expert works with NNSA Federal and other Contractor personnel to organize,. coordinate, implement, and manage technical program activities for the W80-4 Life Extension. Program.," says one of the job postings.

"Position Responsibilities. Planning and managing nuclear weapon life extension programs and associated. stockpile management as they relate to the maintenance of a highly reliable and safe. nuclear deterrent."

Last week, the REvil ransomware operation listed companies whose data they were auctioning off to the highest bidder.

One of the listed companies is Sol Oriens, where REvil claims to have stolen business data and employees' data, including salary information and social security numbers.

News URL

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/revil-ransomware-hits-us-nuclear-weapons-contractor/