Siberia’s largest dairy plant reportedly disrupted with LockBit variant

Summary: A significant ransomware attack targeted the Semyonishna dairy processing plant in southern Siberia, reportedly linked to the plant’s support for Russian military operations. The hackers employed LockBit ransomware, disrupting the company’s operations and causing printed leaflets to criticize its contributions to the Russian army. Despite initial disruptions, operations have reportedly returned to normal, although the company’s website remains nonfunctional.

Affected: Semyonishna dairy processing plant, Sayanmoloko

Keypoints :

• Attack executed using LockBit ransomware and remote access software AnyDesk.
• Plant’s systems lacked antivirus protection, leading to extensive damage.
• Leaflets printed during the attack accused the company of supporting the war in Ukraine.
• No information released on whether a ransom was requested or negotiations occurred.
• This incident is part of a series of cyberattacks targeting Russian companies and government agencies.