Ransom! Sylvania

Worldleaks has claimed to have compromised Sylvania, a major lighting manufacturer, by deploying ransomware targeting its global operations. The attack has reportedly impacted the United States, where Sylvania is based. #US

Incident Details

  • Victim: Sylvania
  • Country: US
  • Actor: worldleaks
  • Source: https://worldleaksartrjm3c6vasllvgacbi5u3mgzkluehrzhk2jz4taufuid.onion/companies/2925674713
  • Discovered: 2025-05-27 03:47:24.382122
  • Published: 2025-05-27 03:31:00.000000

Information

  • Sylvania is a leading designer and manufacturer of lighting systems and specialty products with global operations and sales.
  • The company offers a diverse range of products, including incandescent, fluorescent, HID lamps, and LEDs.
  • Sylvania was originally established in 1901 as the Novelty Incandescent Lamp Company.
  • The American brand is currently owned by LEDVANCE, an Austrian company that is part of the Chinese lighting firm MLS Co. LTD.

Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "worldleaks". 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.

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