GreenLight Biosciences, a US-based synthetic biology company, has been targeted by the BlackByte ransomware group, which claims to have compromised their systems. The incident raises concerns about the security of innovative biotech firms in the United States. #United States
Incident Details
- Victim: GreenLight Biosciences
- Country: US
- Actor: blackbyte
- Source:
- Discovered: 2025-07-16 21:27:02.149717
- Published: 2025-07-16 21:27:00.066985
Information
- GreenLight Biosciences is a pre-commercial stage synthetic biology company.
- It specializes in a proprietary cell-free ribonucleic acid (RNA) production platform.
- The platform is used for the discovery, development, and commercialization of high-performing products.
- The company was founded in 2008.
- It is based in Medford, Massachusetts.
- The ransomware attack was carried out by the actor BlackByte.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "blackbyte". 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.