Romania’s oil pipeline operator Conpet confirms data stolen in attack

Romania’s oil pipeline operator Conpet confirms data stolen in attack

Conpet S.A. confirmed that the Qilin ransomware gang breached its corporate IT infrastructure and exfiltrated company data while operations remained unaffected. The company is investigating the incident with the Romanian National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC), warns that leaked files include recent confidential and personal financial documents, and advises individuals to verify any urgent requests to avoid fraud. #Qilin #Conpet

Keypoints

  • Qilin ransomware gang breached Conpet S.A.’s corporate IT network and stole data.
  • Qilin claims nearly 1 TB of documents were exfiltrated and leaked 16 sample images.
  • Leaked files include confidential documents, passport scans, personal ID numbers, and bank account details.
  • Conpet reports operations were unaffected and is cooperating with the Romanian National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC).
  • The company warns potentially affected individuals to verify communications to prevent fraud and identity theft.

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