A cyber attack occurred over the weekend at Mittelbadische Entsorgungs- und Recyclingbetriebe (MERB) in Achern, Germany. The company learned of the attack through a tip and quickly activated its emergency response plan to regain control of the situation. Managing Director Kathrin Gerber-Schaufler confirmed that MERB is receiving expert assistance from an IT system house based in Ortenau, ensuring that the company is well-supported during this crisis.
The police are actively investigating the cyber attack, but the full extent of the data loss remains unclear. Managing Director Gerber-Schaufler expressed hope that the majority of the data can be reconstructed, despite the current uncertainty. The company’s IT and security teams are working diligently to assess the damage and implement measures to mitigate the impact of the attack.
Fortunately, the attack did not affect MERB’s garbage collection services. The company has assured the public that waste collection will continue as normal without any interruptions. This aspect of the company’s operations remains unaffected, allowing residents to expect consistent service despite the ongoing investigation.
Currently, MERB can only be reached by telephone, although some email communication has begun to resume. The company is focused on resolving the situation and is committed to providing updates as more information becomes available. The priority remains on restoring normal operations and ensuring that services continue without disruption.
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