Ransomware Group lamashtu Hits: Altmannshofer Sicherheits-Videotechnik
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Altmannshofer Sicherheits-Videotechnik — an organization based in DE — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group lamashtu. This data breach, discovered on 2026-09-30T13:02:58.768381+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Altmannshofer Sicherheits-Videotechnik |
| Threat Group | lamashtu |
| Summary | Altmannshofer Sicherheits-Videotechnik OHG is a German installer of electronic security systems from Affing near Augsburg, Bavaria. Since 1999 it plans and installs CCTV, burglar alarms (EMA), access control, electronic locks, fingerprint scanners |
| Date of Breach | 2026-09-30T13:02:40.019982+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-09-30T13:02:58.768381+00:00 |
| Region | DE |
| Target Domain | altmannshofer.de |
| Business Sector | Manufacturing |
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