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Experts are sounding the alarm, warning of serious consequences for critical infrastructure.
The well-known cybercrime group Hunt3r Kill3rs announced the hacking of the systems of the Schneider Electric company in Germany and the theft of confidential data. A message about this appeared on the page of the ThreatMon platform, known for tracking various cyber threats and their activity.
In their post, hackers Hunt3r Kill3rs claim to have penetrated Schneider Electric's systems and gained access to PowerLogic ION7650 meter configurations, which are an important part of energy management systems.
Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has a significant presence in Germany. This makes the hack particularly worrisome for the company and its customers within the country.
The exact nature of the incident has not yet been revealed, but experts suggest that the consequences could be serious, given the role of Schneider Electric in managing critical infrastructure. The company has not yet issued an official statement, but according to sources, an internal investigation is already underway.
Cybersecurity experts have expressed concern about hacking, noting the growing complexity of cybercrime groups such as Hunt3r Kill3rs.
"This incident underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures, especially for critical infrastructure companies," said Dr. Laura Stein, a cybersecurity analyst at the Berlin Institute of Technology.
"The consequences of such hacks can be catastrophic, affecting not only the company, but also the economy and public safety in general."
In response to the hack, German authorities launched a comprehensive review of cybersecurity protocols for companies associated with critical infrastructure.
The Federal Information Security Administration has been informed of the incident and is working with Schneider Electric to assess the extent of the breach and minimize possible damage.
This incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat from cybercriminals and the need for continued vigilance and investment in cybersecurity.
As the investigation continues, it is expected that both Schneider Electric and the German authorities will provide additional information about the incident.
The well-known cybercrime group Hunt3r Kill3rs announced the hacking of the systems of the Schneider Electric company in Germany and the theft of confidential data. A message about this appeared on the page of the ThreatMon platform, known for tracking various cyber threats and their activity.
In their post, hackers Hunt3r Kill3rs claim to have penetrated Schneider Electric's systems and gained access to PowerLogic ION7650 meter configurations, which are an important part of energy management systems.
Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has a significant presence in Germany. This makes the hack particularly worrisome for the company and its customers within the country.
The exact nature of the incident has not yet been revealed, but experts suggest that the consequences could be serious, given the role of Schneider Electric in managing critical infrastructure. The company has not yet issued an official statement, but according to sources, an internal investigation is already underway.
Cybersecurity experts have expressed concern about hacking, noting the growing complexity of cybercrime groups such as Hunt3r Kill3rs.
"This incident underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures, especially for critical infrastructure companies," said Dr. Laura Stein, a cybersecurity analyst at the Berlin Institute of Technology.
"The consequences of such hacks can be catastrophic, affecting not only the company, but also the economy and public safety in general."
In response to the hack, German authorities launched a comprehensive review of cybersecurity protocols for companies associated with critical infrastructure.
The Federal Information Security Administration has been informed of the incident and is working with Schneider Electric to assess the extent of the breach and minimize possible damage.
This incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing threat from cybercriminals and the need for continued vigilance and investment in cybersecurity.
As the investigation continues, it is expected that both Schneider Electric and the German authorities will provide additional information about the incident.
