Lurseen, the largest yacht manufacturer suffers cyber-attack.

The largest yacht manufacturer in the world has just suffered a fairly major cyber-attack. The German based company was reportedly forced to halt all productions because as a result. It is unclear if any data was stolen, but some reports suggest that some data is already available on the dark-net. Lurseen is a favorite among Russian oligarchs, but it’s unclear if that is the motive of the attack.

About Lurseen

Lürssen is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of luxury yachts, with a long history dating back to 1875. The company is based in Bremen, Germany, and has built some of the most impressive and innovative yachts in the world. Lürssen has built yachts for many high-profile clients, including royalty, celebrities, and business leaders. Some of their most famous projects include the 180-meter “Azzam,” which was the world’s largest yacht when it was launched in 2013, and the 147-meter “Topaz,” which is one of the largest and most luxurious yachts in the world.

The Latest Breach

Like many others in recent times, Lürssen was targeted by ransomware. This type of malware encrypts all the data on infected computers and servers. In order to decrypt the data a large sum of money must be paid to the perpetrators. The tool also allow the hackers to access the data stored on the servers. Stolen data is usually used for extortion if the company does not pay the ransom. The company did not provide any more details on the situation. A company spokesperson said that “proactive measures” are being taken to resolve the situation.

Another day, another ransom.

It seems like similar attacks on different corporations have become the norm in recent time. Just recently Ferrari suffered a similar breach. That attack reportedly exposed sensitive customer data. Ferrari’s CEO reportedly send a personal letter to all customers affected. Moncler also suffered an attack recently. This one resulted in employee data being sold on darknet markets.

The most common way that ransomware attacks target companies is through phishing emails. Phishing emails are designed to look like legitimate messages from a trusted source, such as a bank, a vendor, or even a colleague within the company. The email may contain a link or attachment that, when clicked, downloads malware onto the recipient’s computer. Once the malware is installed, it can spread to other computers on the company’s network and begin encrypting files.

Conclusion

It is unclear what long term effects this latest attack will have on Lurseen. Many details are still lacking. It is unlikely that the company will pay a ransom, meaning that company data is likely to end up on the dark-net. With similar attacks being such common place, companies must start implementing much stricter guidelines. Training employees on how to take extra steps to stay protected is crucial, but with that said, mistakes always happen.