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Ransomware Group mnt6 Hits: McKay

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Target organization McKay mckay.co.nz Manufacturing

Summary

In the latest cybersecurity news, McKay — a company operating in the NZ — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group mnt6. This data breach, discovered on 2026-04-30T21:50:35.730617+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.

Incident Report

Attribute Information
Target Organization McKay
Threat Group mnt6
Summary McKay is a leading international engineering firm that delivers strategically vital projects across national defense, high-tech shipbuilding, and global energy sectors. The company serves as a key technological partner to the state, implementing innovative automation systems and ‘green’ solutions for critical infrastructure. [Revenue: $135.8M]
Date of Breach 2026-04-30T00:00:00+00:00
Discovery Date 2026-04-30T21:50:35.730617+00:00
Region NZ
Target Domain mckay.co.nz
Business Sector Manufacturing

 

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