Who: MarineMax, one of the world’s largest boat sellers, confirmed a cyberattack on its servers.
What: The Rhysida ransomware gang claimed responsibility for the attack, which occurred on March 21. MarineMax updated its report to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), disclosing that customer and employee data was compromised during the incident.
Impact: Initially downplaying the incident, MarineMax later revealed that a cybercrime organization accessed a limited portion of its IT systems associated with their retail business. The stolen data includes some customer and employee personally identifiable information. The company intends to notify affected parties and regulatory agencies as required by law and has involved law enforcement authorities. While the attack has not materially impacted MarineMax's operations yet, it may affect its financial condition in the future. Despite the breach, MarineMax reported its highest-ever revenues in 2023. The Rhysida ransomware gang, known for targeting governments and organizations worldwide, continues to draw attention with its cyber extortion activities.
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