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Maersk Cyber Attack Highlights Rising Port Ransomware Threats

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Maersk disclosed a cyber incident affecting a legacy system from its 2022 acquisition of LF Logistics, isolated from core operations. The WhiteArmor ransomware gang claimed responsibility and demanded $5 million for 100GB of allegedly stolen data including driver and warehouse information.

This attack is part of a broader pattern: Brazil's Santos Port Authority suffered a major ransomware attack last week that disrupted cargo operations, with recovery at only 70% of systems as of Thursday. Supply chain professionals face escalating cyber risks across the ocean freight and port sectors, where digitalization has created new attack surfaces.

Maersk's assertion that customer systems remain unaffected provides limited reassurance given the scale and frequency of maritime cyber incidents globally.

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