Security News > 2022 > August > Semiconductor manufacturer Semikron hit by LV ransomware attack

German power electronics manufacturer Semikron has disclosed that it was hit by a ransomware attack that partially encrypted the company's network.

"The SEMIKRON Group has been the victim of a cyber attack by a professional hacker group. As part of this attack, the perpetrators have claimed to have stolen data from our system," the company revealed in a statement published Monday.

"The attack has also led to partial encryption of our IT systems and files. The entire network is currently being studied and adjusted forensic."

While the company didn't share any information about the ransomware used in the incident, a ransom note deployed on one of the encrypted Semikron systems seen by BleepingComputer indicates it was an LV Ransomware attack and says the attackers stole 2TB worth of documents.

Semikron is investigating attackers' claims that they stole data from the encrypted systems before encryption with the help of external cybersecurity and forensic experts.

"At the same time, we are working on restoring the working ability to minimize disruptions for our employees, customers and contractual partners and to ensure the best possible security of our IT systems," Semikron added.

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