Ransomware attacks on Germany Fraunhofer and Japan Nikki Universal - Cybersecurity Insiders

The Fraunhofer Institute in Germany and Nikki Universal in Japan were both targeted by ransomware attacks in December 2024. The Fraunhofer attack, carried out by an unknown group, disrupted operations and potentially compromised sensitive research data, while the Hunters International group targeted Nikki Universal, encrypting 750GB of data and threatening to leak it if their demands were not met. These incidents highlight the growing threat of ransomware attacks, particularly those leveraging AI technology, and the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.