Maersk hit by cyber attack amid claim of $5m ransom demand - TradeWinds News

The cyber attack specifically targeted a legacy system from Maersk's recent acquisition, allowing attackers to access sensitive company data. The incident comes amid claims that hackers are demanding a $5 million ransom for the return of the information.

Maersk, one of the world's largest container shipping companies, is currently assessing the full extent of the breach. The company has not yet confirmed the ransom demand but is working to secure its systems and protect customer information.

The attack highlights growing cybersecurity threats in the global shipping industry, particularly for companies with recently integrated legacy systems. Maersk is expected to release more details about the incident as their investigation continues.