Stryker Hit by Pro-Iran Cyberattack
Stryker Corporation suffered a cyberattack linked to pro-Iranian hackers, temporarily disabling its internal digital ecosystem reported.
The attack, which began around midnight on Wednesday, involved a "wiper" cyber attack, meaning data on the targeted IT system is erased and can't be recovered. Employees reportedly watched as data was wiped from company computers in real-time. The Iran-linked hacking group Handala claimed responsibility, stating the attack was retaliation for military strikes on Iran, specifically citing the bombing of a school. They also claimed to have stolen 50TB of data and wiped over 200,000 devices, forcing Stryker to shut down offices in 79 countries. Stryker has acknowledged a "global network disruption" to its Microsoft environment but denies the use of ransomware or malware. The company has advised employees to disconnect from all networks and not turn on company devices. The attack caused Stryker's shares to fall by 3.6%. Cybersecurity analysts warn that Iran's cyber capabilities could be used for further attacks against American and Israeli organizations.
