Ransomware Group nova Hits: NSW Rural Fire Service
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, NSW Rural Fire Service — an organization based in AU — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group nova. This data breach, discovered on 2026-06-26T11:28:34.981721+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | NSW Rural Fire Service |
| Threat Group | nova |
| Summary | Data Leaked, Updated from Nova Team by investigate Affiliate provided informations. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-06-26T11:28:22.302892+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-06-26T11:28:34.981721+00:00 |
| Region | AU |
| Business Sector | Public Sector |
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