In the latest cybersecurity news, metaval.com.au — a company operating in the AU — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group incransom. This data breach, discovered on 2026-05-17T11:23:05.564707+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2025.
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Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | metaval.com.au |
| Threat Group | incransom |
| Summary | Metaval Consolidated is an Australian owned and operated manufacturers representative supplying all Australian states and territories. Metaval was established in 1967 to provide an engineering supply service to users in the paper industry. As our company grew and diversified, the range of industries serviced also increased. Today we provide engineered products to all major industries in Australia. We represent some of the worlds leading manufacturers in the supply of industrial equipment to a wide range of industries including water, manufacturing, mining and processing. Since commencing operations we have: Grown to be a leading Melbourne-based manufacturers representative for dozens of well known international brands. Worked and consulted on hundreds of projects from thousands of dollars to million dollar projects. Located in our own industrial premises and warehouse in Bayswater. Work with customers and consultants located in all Australian states and territories. Employees: 50 Revenue: $5 Million Industry: Home Improvement & Hardware Retail Phone Number: (646) 256-4886 |
| Date of Breach | 2026-05-17T03:51:00+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-05-17T11:23:05.564707+00:00 |
| Region | AU |
| Target Domain | metaval.com.au |
| Business Sector | Business Services |
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