Security Breach: Blue Yonder SaaS Provider Under Attack
Ransomware Group Termite Takes Responsibility
The ransomware group Termite has recently taken responsibility for the attack on the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) provider Blue Yonder in November. On their leak page, the group revealed that they had extracted a 680-gigabyte data package, which includes email lists for future attacks (over 16,000), documents (over 200,000), reports, and insurance documents.
Investigations Ongoing
Blue Yonder has not yet confirmed the data theft. The SCM provider (Supply Chain Management) has stated on their website that they are aware of allegations that an unauthorized third party claims to have stolen certain information from their systems. They are working intensively with external cybersecurity experts to investigate these claims, and the investigations are ongoing.
Affected Customers
The company has over 3,000 customers, including prominent companies such as Microsoft, Renault, Bayer, Tesco, Lenovo, and DHL, as well as the coffeehouse chain Starbucks, which was affected by the attack in November.
Background
Blue Yonder is a provider of supply chain management software, and the attack on their systems has raised concerns about the security of their customers’ data.
Conclusion
The attack on Blue Yonder highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to protect against ransomware attacks. As the use of cloud-based services becomes increasingly widespread, it is essential for providers to ensure the security of their customers’ data.
FAQs
Q: Who is responsible for the attack on Blue Yonder?
A: The ransomware group Termite has taken responsibility for the attack.
Q: What data was stolen in the attack?
A: The stolen data includes email lists for future attacks, documents, reports, and insurance documents.
Q: Has Blue Yonder confirmed the data theft?
A: No, Blue Yonder has not yet confirmed the data theft.
Q: Are there any affected customers?
A: Yes, over 3,000 customers are affected, including prominent companies such as Microsoft, Renault, Bayer, Tesco, Lenovo, and DHL, as well as the coffeehouse chain Starbucks.
Q: What is being done to investigate the attack?
A: Blue Yonder is working intensively with external cybersecurity experts to investigate the attack and ensure the security of their customers’ data.
