The ransomware claim involves Whitfield Welding Inc. from Canada, alleging a cyber attack orchestrated by the threat actor nitrogen, known for targeting specialized welding and laser services. The attack has impacted operations in Canada. #Canada
Incident Details
- Victim: Whitfield Welding Inc
- Sector: Manufacturing
- Country: CA
- Actor: nitrogen
- Source: http://nitrogenczslprh3xyw6lh5xyjvmsz7ciljoqxxknd7uymkfetfhgvqd.onion/posts/696e24c6d0070f8c678de668
- Discovered: 2026-01-19 14:18:24.541925
- Published: 2026-01-19 14:17:57.311613
Information
- Whitfield Welding Inc. was targeted in a ransomware attack.
- The actor behind the attack is identified as Nitrogen.
- The company specializes in various welding and laser services, including TIG, Micro TIG, MIG, microlaser welding, laser cladding, laser hardening, laser engraving, stress relieving, and mechanical processing.
Disclaimer: This post is based on public claims made by the ransomware group "nitrogen". 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.