Cachibí, a 40-Year-Old Construction Company, Targeted by Lockbit2 Ransomware Group

Cachibí, a Colombian company specializing in the production and installation of construction materials, has been targeted by the Lockbit2 ransomware group. The attack was announced on the group's dark web leak site, and the victim's website is cachibi.co. Cachibí operates in the Media & Internet sector and has been providing services for over 40 years, contributing to the construction and development of the region and the country.

Company Overview

Cachibí S.A.S. is a construction materials provider that offers a wide range of products and services, including agregados (aggregates), bases and sub bases, mezclas asfálticas (asphalt mixtures), and mezclas asfálticas instaladas (installed asphalt mixtures). The company is committed to effective product development, customer satisfaction, continuous process improvement, sustainable environmental development, responsible corporate social responsibility, risk management, preventive culture, and self-care within the legal framework and established company guidelines.

Vulnerabilities and Mitigation

The specific vulnerabilities that led to the successful attack on Cachibí are not mentioned in the search results. However, the company's website does not provide any information on their cybersecurity measures or practices. It is essential for companies to maintain good cyber hygiene habits, such as regular vulnerability scanning, patching and updating software, and maintaining offline, encrypted backups of data.

Lockbit2 Ransomware Group

Lockbit2 is a prolific ransomware variant that has targeted numerous victims across various industries, including manufacturing, semiconductors, and other sectors. The group operates in the "ransomware-as-a-service" (RaaS) model, where developers design the ransomware, recruit affiliates to deploy it, and maintain a control panel to provide affiliates with the necessary tools to deploy the ransomware within the victim's computer system.

The attack on Cachibí by the Lockbit2 ransomware group highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures for companies in all sectors. It is crucial for organizations to regularly assess their vulnerabilities, implement security best practices, and maintain offline backups to minimize the impact of such attacks.

Sources

• Cachibí - Inicio - Agregados y Mezclas Cachibí
• Reuters - US officials seize extortion websites; ransomware hackers vow ...
• CISA - Official Alerts & Statements
• Justice.gov - U.S. and U.K. Disrupt LockBit Ransomware Variant
• FBI - Ransomware
• CISA - Stop Ransomware