Security News > 2023 > November > DP World cyberattack blocks thousands of containers in ports
A cyberattack on international logistics firm DP World Australia has severely disrupted the regular freight movement in multiple large Australian ports.
DP World has an annual revenue of over $10 billion and specializes in cargo logistics, port terminal operations, maritime services, and free trade zones.
DP World has a significant presence in Australia, handling 40% of the nation's container trade.
According to a statement the firm shared with BleepingComputer, a cyberattack on Friday, November 10 disrupted landside freight operations at its ports.
"DP World Australia appreciates this development may cause concern for some stakeholders [and] is working hard to assess whether any personal information has been impacted, and has taken proactive steps to engage the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner," - DP World Australia.
At the time of writing, no known ransomware group has taken responsibility for attacking DP World.