Ingram Micro Admits Ransomware Attack Caused Prolonged Outage
▼ Summary
– Ingram Micro is experiencing a major cybersecurity crisis due to a ransomware attack causing a multi-day IT outage since July 3.
– The outage has disrupted core platforms, preventing the company from processing or shipping orders globally.
– On July 6, Ingram Micro confirmed the ransomware attack and took steps to secure systems, including taking some offline.
– The company is investigating the incident with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement while working to restore affected systems.
– A message about the outage remains on Ingram Micro’s webpage as of Monday.
Ingram Micro has confirmed a widespread ransomware attack that crippled its systems for multiple days, severely disrupting operations for businesses worldwide. The technology distributor acknowledged the cyber incident after days of unexplained outages left customers unable to place or receive orders through critical platforms.
The disruption reportedly started on July 3, though the company only publicly addressed the situation three days later. In an official statement, Ingram Micro explained that upon discovering the breach, it immediately secured affected systems by taking them offline and implementing additional protective measures. Cybersecurity experts and law enforcement were brought in to assist with the investigation while teams worked to restore normal operations.
As of Monday, a notice on the company’s website still informed users of ongoing recovery efforts. The prolonged outage has raised concerns among partners and clients reliant on Ingram Micro’s distribution network, particularly given the company’s role as a major supplier for IT products and services. While no specifics were shared about the ransomware strain or potential data exposure, the incident highlights the growing threat of cyberattacks targeting critical supply chain infrastructure.
Efforts to resume full functionality continue, though the company has not provided a definitive timeline for complete restoration. The situation serves as a stark reminder for businesses to reinforce their cybersecurity defenses, especially those operating in high-volume distribution sectors.
(Source: CSO ONLINE)
