Cyber Incident Victim: Deutscher Verband für Landschaftspflege e. V.
Date:
Nov 2022
Location:
Germany
Summary
The Deutscher Verband für Landschaftspflege e. V. experienced a ransomware attack by anonymous hackers who gained server access despite robust security measures. The organization immediately activated security protocols, disconnected all systems to halt the attack, established a crisis team for investigation, and notified relevant data protection authorities and law enforcement. While the full scope of compromised data remains undetermined, the incident prompted warnings about suspicious emails purporting to originate from the organization. Existing backups are expected to facilitate system restoration following thorough verification, and security measures are being reviewed and strengthened in response to the breach.
| CIA Posture | Motives | Tactics, Techniques & Procedures |
|---|---|---|
| Available to members | 1 motive | 1 technique |
| Threat Actors | Type | Location |
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| 0 actors | Available to members | Available to members |
Description
On November 23, 2022, Deutscher Verband für Landschaftspflege e. V. (DVL) identified a cyberattack involving anonymous hackers employing ransomware extortion tactics. The attackers operated with high professionalism, successfully breaching the organization’s servers despite existing robust security measures. Upon detection, DVL immediately activated its security protocols, disconnected all systems from the network, and halted the attack’s progression. A dedicated crisis team was established to investigate the incident thoroughly. The organization promptly reported the data breach to the relevant supervisory authority and filed a criminal complaint with law enforcement.
DVL could not conclusively determine the scope of compromised data but issued a precautionary advisory urging vigilance regarding emails purportedly sent in its name, specifically warning against opening attachments from messages with suspicious subjects or content. The organization expressed confidence in restoring its systems swiftly due to available data backups, though this would follow a meticulous verification phase. DVL also announced plans to reassess and strengthen its already stringent security measures in response to the attack. The incident caused operational disruptions, though the full extent of impacts remained unspecified. DVL publicly apologized for the breach and any resulting inconveniences, directing inquiries to designated privacy and press contacts.