Coinbasecartel ransomware targeted Tower Insurance, a New Zealand-based insurer, disrupting its digital-first policy and claims operations. The incident impacted New Zealand. #NewZealand
Incident Details
- Victim: Tower Insurance
- Sector: Financial Services
- Country: NZ
- Actor: coinbasecartel
- Source: http://fjg4zi4opkxkvdz7mvwp7h6goe4tcby3hhkrz43pht4j3vakhy75znyd.onion/companies/tower-co-nz
- Discovered: 2026-08-22T14:00:01.113291+00:00
- Published: 2026-08-22T13:59:38.309317+00:00
Information
- New Zealand-based insurance company offering a range of personal and business insurance products, including home, contents, car, travel, and commercial coverage
- Founded in 1869 and operating primarily in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands
- Listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange
- Known for its digital-first approach, with online policy management and claims services
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "coinbasecartel". 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.