Priya PatelTLDR:
- A hacker using the alias “Fortibitch” claims to have stolen 440 gigabytes of data from Fortinet, a $90 billion cybersecurity company.
- The hacker attempted to hold the company to ransom, but Fortinet refused to pay.
A hacker going by the name “Fortibitch” has taken credit for a ransom attack on Fortinet, a major cybersecurity company valued at $90 billion. The breach occurred on Fortinet’s Microsoft Sharepoint server, where the intruder gained access to a cloud-based shared drive containing data from 2,000 of the company’s customers. As a result, Fortinet’s shares dropped by 4.4% initially, and the company confirmed the breach after Capital Brief reported on it.
On an internet forum, the hacker claimed to have stolen 440 gigabytes of data and attempted to extort money from Fortinet. However, the company refused to pay the ransom demanded. Despite the breach, Fortinet continues to work to secure Australia’s critical infrastructure assets.
This incident highlights the growing threat of cyber attacks, even against major players in the cybersecurity industry. It also underscores the importance of strong cybersecurity measures and a quick response to breaches in order to protect sensitive data and maintain the trust of customers.
