The ransomware claim alleges that the threat actor SafePay targeted WNY Energy, a US-based renewable fuel producer, potentially disrupting their operations or data security. WNY Energy’s focus on sustainable biofuel production highlights the importance of safeguarding their advanced technological processes from cyber threats.
Incident Details
- Victim: wnyenergy.com
- Country: US
- Actor: safepay
- Source: http://j3dp6okmaklajrsk6zljl5sfa2vpui7j2w6cwmhmmqhab6frdfbphhid.onion#wnyenergy
- Discovered: 2025-05-15 20:55:22.753586
- Published: 2025-05-15 20:54:07.591886
Information
- WNY Energy is an energy company located in Western New York, USA.
- It operates a large-scale ethanol plant capable of producing 115 million gallons per year.
- The plant produces clean-burning, renewable fuel along with various byproducts such as CO2 and distillers grains.
- Distillers grains are utilized in food and feed products.
- The company emphasizes innovative technologies and practices to convert local corn into sustainable biofuels.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "safepay". 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.