KAMUT, an Ancient Grain Company, Targeted by Lockbit3 Ransomware Group

Company Overview

KAMUT is a brand that guarantees the delivery of unmodified, unhybridized ancient khorasan wheat, which is never modified or hybridized and is always grown organically. The company's products can be found worldwide in various forms, including breads, pasta, pizza, cereals, snacks, pastries, crackers, beer, green foods, and cereal drinks.

Vulnerabilities and Targeting

The specific vulnerabilities that led to KAMUT being targeted by the Lockbit3 ransomware group are not detailed in the available information. However, it is known that the company's website is http://www.kamut.com/it.

Impact and Response

The attack on KAMUT is part of a larger trend of ransomware attacks on various industries, including healthcare, education, government, and businesses. The No More Ransom Project provides resources for victims of ransomware attacks, including decryption tools and advice on how to prevent future attacks.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate the risk of ransomware attacks, organizations should follow good cyber hygiene habits, such as conducting regular vulnerability scanning, maintaining offline, encrypted backups, and regularly patching and updating software and operating systems.

Sources

• KAMUT Homepage
• CISA Stop Ransomware
• No More Ransom Project
• Comparitech Ransomware Attack Map