Threat Intel - Svenska kraftnät, has been the target of a cyberattack

The Swedish national grid company, Svenska kraftnät, has been the target of a cyberattack. The hacker group Everest has claimed responsibility for the breach, stating they have exfiltrated 280 gigabytes of data. Svenska kraftnät has confirmed the incident and reported it to the police. The company is currently investigating the extent of the data leak and its potential impact. While they have found no indications of the electricity grid being affected, the hacker group has threatened to release the stolen data if their demands are not met. The nature of the compromised data remains unknown. Svenska kraftnät is responsible for Sweden’s national electricity grid and ensuring its functionality during crisis situations. This incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity threats targeting critical infrastructure.