Ransomware Attack at Canadian Chocolate Manufacturer Disrupts Operations

Ganong Bros., a Canadian sweets manufacturer based in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, was hit by a ransomware attack. The company discovered the incident on February 22, 2025. Operations at the facility in St. Stephen were temporarily disrupted. Ganong immediately engaged third-party cybersecurity experts and legal counsel.

The PLAY ransomware group claimed responsibility for the attack. Ganong has acknowledged the "IT security incident," and declined to comment on whether a ransom was demanded or paid.

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