Swiss-based Schlatter says IT network affected by cyberattack (updated)

Schlatter Industries AG

12/08/2024 05:37

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       Aug 12 (Reuters) - Schlatter Industries'  STRN.S  IT
network was attacked with malware on Friday and it can be
assumed this was a professional attack, the Switzerland-based
company said on Monday. 
    The group was hit on Friday by a cyberattack using malware,
and the unknown perpetrators were attempting to "blackmail
Schlatter", it said, disclosing no further details. 
    The group was investigating whether data was stolen and 
experts were working to make all systems available and
functional again, Schlatter said. 
    The engineering company said it immediately initiated
security measures and involved the relevant authorities. 

 (Reporting by Abinaya Vijayaraghavan in Bengaluru; Editing by
Tom Hogue)
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