Data from bpost has appeared on TridentLocker’s ransomware website. It is not yet clear what data is involved.
The Belgian postal service bpost may have been hit by a ransomware attack. This is evident from files that appeared on the website of the ransomware gang TridentLocker. Approximately 30 GB of information is reportedly available for immediate download. The attack was first noticed by Tweakers and has not yet been officially confirmed by bpost.
Information Disclosed
Data from bpost has appeared on the website of the ransomware gang TridentLocker. The exact nature of the information is not yet clear. Specifically, the folder contains 5,140 files totaling 30.46 GB.
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The ransomware was discovered on December 1. In a ransomware attack, malicious actors typically demand a ransom before data is posted online. It is not yet clear if this is also the case here. For now, official communication from bpost is awaited.
bpost has confirmed
In response to Tweakers’ news report, a bpost spokesperson confirms that a cyber incident has occurred. The company states that a data breach took place involving “personal and business information of a small number of department customers”.
“Indeed, a cyber incident occurred at bpost, specifically within a particular department (not linked to letters or parcels) that operates via an exchange platform managed by a supplier,” according to bpost.
The company emphasizes that it immediately took measures to contain the data breach. “Our security teams have implemented corrective processes to prevent further impact. We are working with cyber experts who are leading the investigation. Additionally, we have informed the relevant authorities and are fully cooperating with them. The affected customers will be informed in a timely manner”.