The BlackCat ransomware group has targeted Newton Media A.S., a renowned international media intelligence service headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic.
Newton Media, which has been in operation for nearly three decades, specializes in media monitoring, analysis, education, and training services, utilizing artificial intelligence for its offerings. The cyber attack on Newton Media was first discovered by the ThreatMon Threat Intelligence Team.
Details about the nature of the Newton Media cyber attack, including the specific attack type and any ransom demands by the BlackCat ransomware group (referred to as ALPHV), remain scarce.
However, the website of Newton Media did display a message indicating that its application was back online. This message suggests that the company may have experienced an IT incident related to the alleged cyber attack by the BlackCat ransomware group.
The incident underscores the ongoing threat posed by ransomware groups targeting organizations across various industries. Such attacks can disrupt critical operations, compromise sensitive data, and lead to financial and reputational damage.
