Ransomware Attack at Dutch Maritime Global Logistics Company

March 20, 2023

INCIDENT

Dutch maritime logistics company Royal Dirkzwager confirmed that it was hit with ransomware from the Play group. The attack is the latest in a string of attacks targeting the shipping industry. Company CEO Joan Blaas told The Record the ransomware attack did not have an effect on operations. The attack involved the theft of data from servers that held a range of contracts and personal information. Blaas confirmed that the Dutch Data Protection Authority has been notified of the attack and said he is in negotiations with the cybercriminals.

Blaas confirmed that the Dutch Data Protection Authority has been notified of the attack and said he is in negotiations with the cybercriminals.

Incident Date

March 17, 2023

Location

Netherlands

Estimated Cost

unknown, company in negotiation with attackers

Type of Malware

Threat Source