Description : Kurita America Inc. (KAI) was established in 1996 as the US subsidiary of KURITA WATER INDUSTRIES LTD. of Tokyo, Japan. KAI provides complete turn-key systems, maintenance services, and water treatment chemicals capable of meeting the needs of…

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Ransomware Landscape and Cybersecurity in Japan

Victim: Kurita America Inc. (kuritaamerica.com)

• Established in 1996 as a subsidiary of KURITA WATER INDUSTRIES LTD.
• Offers turn-key systems, maintenance services, and water treatment chemicals.
• Potential target due to critical infrastructure involvement in water treatment.

Actor: Threeam

• Known ransomware group with a history of targeting various sectors.
• Employs double extortion tactics, demanding ransom for data decryption and non-publication.
• Utilizes sophisticated methods to breach security and exfiltrate sensitive data.

Ransomware Landscape in Japan

• Japan has seen an increase in ransomware attacks, particularly against critical infrastructure.
• Industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, and finance are frequent targets.
• Ransomware groups often exploit vulnerabilities in outdated systems and software.
• Collaboration between private sector and government is crucial for threat intelligence sharing.

Japan’s National Cyber Agency

• The National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) was established to enhance cybersecurity efforts.
• Focuses on protecting critical infrastructure and providing guidance to organizations.
• Offers resources for incident response and promotes cybersecurity awareness.
• Collaborates with international partners to combat cyber threats effectively.