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Bad Wörishofen, Bavaria, Germany (Landkreis Unterallgäu)

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The organisation is based in Bad Wörishofen, Bavaria, Germany, with its headquarters located in Germany. It is described as a small company operating within the Landkreis Unterallgäu region. No further specifics about its core products, services, or markets are provided in the source material.

On 19 April 2024 the company experienced a ransomware attack that encrypted its critical business data. The managing director discovered the incident after finding all files inaccessible and a ransom note displayed on his computer. The attack resulted in approximately €30,000 in damages and caused significant operational disruption.

In response, local police and a specialised cybercrime unit from Memmingen launched an investigation into the breach. The affected firm also engaged an external IT service provider to assist with recovery and remediation efforts. These actions were taken to address the data encryption and restore normal operations.

The incident highlights the cybersecurity risks faced by small enterprises in the region and underscores the involvement of regional law‑enforcement and specialised cyber units in such cases. No additional details about ownership, parent/subsidiary relationships, or organisational structure are available from the provided sources.

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