Cyber-attack on Brenner Pass tunnel, Russian Everest group suspected
Brenner Basis Tunnel SE company, which is constructing the mega-tunnel Brenner, has confirmed a cyber-attack resulting in partial data access. Investigations point to the Russian Everest group, specialised in ransomware.
Russian Everest group suspected in cyber-attack on Brenner tunnel
Brenner Basis Tunnel SE (BBT SE) has confirmed that it was targeted by a cyber-attack in mid-October, through which hackers obtained partial access to data available online, according to G4Media, citing information from La Repubblica and Rador.
A spokesperson for BBT SE stated for "Tyroler Tageszeitung" that initial investigations indicate the "Everest" group as the author of the attack — a Russian criminal network known for ransomware operations and extortion.
The affected systems were isolated immediately after the incident was discovered, external experts were engaged to assess the situation, and the competent authorities were notified. The company refused to specify whether negotiations are being conducted with potential extortionists.
It remains unclear what volumes of data have been compromised and how deeply the attackers managed to penetrate the company's computer network. BBT SE stated that, at this moment, "the incident has had no impact on the tunnel construction". A detailed investigation is underway.
Source: G4Media