Ransomware Group aurora Hits: Metrea LLC/Commuter Air Technology, Inc.
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Metrea LLC/Commuter Air Technology, Inc. — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group aurora. This data breach, discovered on 2026-09-05T09:53:15.683002+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Metrea LLC/Commuter Air Technology, Inc. |
| Threat Group | aurora |
| Summary | [defence] Metrea LLC (formerly Meta Special Aerospace, LLC) and its subsidiary Commuter Air Technology, Inc. (CAT) are US defense contractors providing Contractor Owned, Contractor Operated (COCO) ISR aircraft services to US Special Operations Command. They operate modified King Air 350 surveillance aircraft in Niger, East Africa, the Philippines, and other theaters.
339 MB of Harris PRC-117G military tactical radio firmware including compiled waveform binaries for SINCGARS, HAVEQUICK II, ROVER, and 10 other ITAR-controlled waveforms (USML Category XI). |
| Date of Breach | 2026-09-05T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-09-05T09:53:15.683002+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Target Domain | Metrea LLC/Commuter Air Technology, Inc. |
| Business Sector | Transportation |
How to reduce your ransomware risk
Most ransomware intrusions start with a stolen password or a phishing email. A few proactive steps sharply cut your exposure:
- security awareness training — close the gap attackers exploit.
- dark web monitoring — close the gap attackers exploit.
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Disclaimer
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