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Ransomware Group everest Hits: Ciena

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Summary

In the latest cybersecurity news, Ciena — a company operating in the US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group everest. This data breach, discovered on 2026-01-20 15:23:04.800685, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.

Incident Report

Attribute Information
Target Organization Ciena
Threat Group everest
Summary [AI generated] Ciena Corporation is a US-based global supplier of telecommunications networking equipment, software, and services. The company’s solutions support the delivery of voice, video, and data traffic for many of the world’s largest telecom service providers. Its product portfolio includes solutions for optical transport, broadband access, data center connectivity, and software automation. It was founded in 1992 and headquartered in Hanover, Maryland.
Date of Breach 2026-01-20 15:22:46.381422
Discovery Date 2026-01-20 15:23:04.800685
Region US
Business Sector Telecommunication

 

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