MSI Confirms Ransomware Attack, Initiates Recovery Measures
In an official statement, Taiwanese PC manufacturer MSI (Micro-Star International) acknowledged being targeted by a cyber attack. The company quickly began implementing incident response and recovery protocols after observing “network anomalies.” MSI has informed law enforcement but did not provide details regarding the timing of the attack or whether any proprietary information, like source code, was compromised. The company reported that affected systems are gradually returning to normal operations with no major impact on its financial activities. In a regulatory filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange, MSI announced plans to enhance its network and infrastructure security and advised users to obtain firmware and BIOS updates exclusively from its official website to ensure their data’s safety.
MSI, Taiwanese PC Manufacturer, Confirms Ransomware Attack In a significant cybersecurity incident, Taiwanese personal computer manufacturer Micro-Star International (MSI) has publicly acknowledged that it has suffered a ransomware attack. This confirmation follows the detection of “network anomalies,” prompting the company to swiftly activate its incident response and recovery protocols. Additionally,…
MSI Confirms Ransomware Attack, Initiates Recovery Measures
In an official statement, Taiwanese PC manufacturer MSI (Micro-Star International) acknowledged being targeted by a cyber attack. The company quickly began implementing incident response and recovery protocols after observing “network anomalies.” MSI has informed law enforcement but did not provide details regarding the timing of the attack or whether any proprietary information, like source code, was compromised. The company reported that affected systems are gradually returning to normal operations with no major impact on its financial activities. In a regulatory filing with the Taiwan Stock Exchange, MSI announced plans to enhance its network and infrastructure security and advised users to obtain firmware and BIOS updates exclusively from its official website to ensure their data’s safety.
