Sweden’s power grid operator confirms data breach claimed by ransomware gang

Sweden’s power grid operator confirms data breach claimed by ransomware gang

Swedish power grid operator Svenska kraftnät is investigating a data breach caused by the Everest ransomware group, which threatened to leak 280 gigabytes of internal data. The incident did not disrupt the country’s electricity supply, and authorities are working to determine the scope of the breach. #Everest #SvenskaKraftnät #CyberIncident

Keypoints

  • Svenska kraftnät experienced a data breach involving a limited external file transfer solution.
  • The Everest ransomware group claimed responsibility and threatened to release stolen data.
  • The group previously targeted Dublin Airport, Air Arabia, and Collins Aerospace.