Nucor, the largest US steel manufacturer, halted production operations after a cyberattack compromised some of its information technology systems. In a filing with the SEC, the company reported it had shut down certain facilities as a precaution during the ongoing investigation by a third-party security firm and law enforcement. Although Nucor confirmed the attack, it did not specify which operations were impacted. The company aims to restart affected production facilities while recognizing the significant threat cyber intrusions pose to vital US infrastructure, particularly amid geopolitical tensions.
Nucor, the largest steel manufacturer in the US, recently shut down production due to a cyberattack on its information technology systems. They are investigating with third-party security.
Nucor acknowledged a cyber-intrusion, affecting production operations temporarily as they work with law enforcement and third-party security firms to investigate the breach.
The nature of the attack remains unspecified, with Nucor progressively restarting impacted operations while ensuring due diligence and cybersecurity measures.
Experts suggest that such corporations like Nucor are likely targets for ransomware attacks, especially amidst escalating geopolitical tensions and the noted Volt Typhoon campaign.
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