Detecting LockerGoga Targeted IT/OT Cyber Sabotage/Ransomware Attacks

April 30, 2019

The Securonix Threat Research Team has been closely monitoring the LockerGoga targeted cyber sabotage/ransomware (TC/R) attacks impacting Norsk Hydro (one of the largest aluminum companies worldwide), Hexicon/Momentive (a chemical manufacturer), and other companies’ IT and operational technology (OT) infrastructure, causing over US$40 million in damages [1][2].

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