University SprinklerSystems, Canada’s largest irrigation company, reported a ransomware incident in which the akira threat actor accessed and exfiltrated employee data (DLs and other files), client information, and other internal files. The attacker enabled password-free archive downloads as part of the incident, impacting #Canada
Incident Details
- Victim: University SprinklerSystems
- Sector: Manufacturing
- Country:
- Actor: akira
- Source:
- Discovered: 2026-08-04T12:51:00.673756+00:00
- Published: 2026-08-04T12:50:58.356033+00:00
Information
- University Sprinklers is BC’s largest irrigation company, specializing in the installation of irrigation sprinkler systems and landscape lighting for both residential and commercial clients.
- With over 40 years of experience, they provide tailored irrigation solutions that help maintain healthy lawns and gardens while conserving water.
- The attackers claim access to upload company data, including employee information, client information, and other internal files.
- They instruct users to click the download button to access several password-free archives.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "akira". 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.