Ransomware claim targets Hosowaka Micron Group, a global industrial process machinery manufacturer, alleging the Everest threat actor encrypted systems and exfiltrated sensitive manufacturing data. The notification describes worldwide operations, with a strong presence in Europe and the Americas, and identifies Japan as the impacted country #Japan
Incident Details
- Victim: Hosowaka Micron Group
- Sector: Manufacturing
- Country: JP
- Actor: everest
- Source: http://ransomocmou6mnbquqz44ewosbkjk3o5qjsl3orawojexfook2j7esad.onion/news/Hosowaka_Micron_Group/
- Discovered: 2026-02-01 22:21:40.026154
- Published: 2026-02-01 22:21:16.223969
Information
- Global industrial process machinery manufacturer
- Provides turn-key solutions for powder processing, particle separation, mixing, drying, containment, and compacting
- Products and services used in the chemicals, cosmetics, food, mineral, pharmaceutical, and plastics industries
- Founded in Osaka, Japan
- Operates worldwide with a strong presence in Europe and the Americas
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "everest". 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.