Ransomware Group akira Hits: WINTER Ingenieure
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, WINTER Ingenieure — an organization based in DE — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group akira. This data breach, discovered on 2026-08-25T12:53:05.913666+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | WINTER Ingenieure |
| Threat Group | akira |
| Summary | WINTER Ingenieure specializes in planning and monitoring the construction of technical building equipment across Germany, focusing on functionality, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. W ith a team of over 140 employees located in Düsseldorf, Berlin, and Hamburg, they integrate tec hnical components into buildings innovatively. We will upload 340gb of corporate data soon. Employee personal information (German passports, I |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-25T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-25T12:53:05.913666+00:00 |
| Region | DE |
| Target Domain | winter-ingenieure.de |
| Business Sector | Manufacturing |
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