Converting Equipment International (GB) reported that ransomware activity by the interlock threat actor led to the exposure of confidential information, including equipment development details, contracts, customer relationships, and personal data. The incident was attributed to CEI’s long-standing security neglect, impacting the United Kingdom. #UnitedKingdom
Incident Details
- Victim: Converting Equipment International
- Sector: Manufacturing
- Country: GB
- Actor: interlock
- Source: http://zd4caqa225s2rs2nhst4y5nkt575ohdpfm6zwy6mug6js3izseli24qd.onion/index.php?p=
- Discovered: 2026-07-16T14:25:33.026336+00:00
- Published: 2026-07-16T14:25:16.877905+00:00
Information
- CEI’s mission is to produce high-quality equipment for the manufacturing industry through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
- The company has a history of neglecting its own security, putting its customers and employees at risk.
- This negligence has resulted in the leakage of confidential information and personal data.
- Confidential information includes equipment development details, contracts, and customer relationships.
- Information about the company’s subsidiaries and its entire financial structure is also included.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "interlock". I cannot confirm the accuracy of the information. However, I would be happy to share any official statement from the affected organization to provide clarification.