Ransomware Group Storm Hits: Macquarrie
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Macquarrie — an organization based in AU — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group Storm. This data breach, discovered on 2026-09-03T08:26:41.660075+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Macquarrie |
| Threat Group | Storm |
| Summary | Macquarrie specializes in diesel engine management solutions, telemetry solutions, and VK debarkers for milling operations. With over 70 years of experience, they provide a comprehensive range of products including controllers, displays, and monitoring instrumentation tailored for various industries such as mining, agriculture, and marine. The company prides itself on customer-focused service, offering local technical support, extensive after-sales assistance, and expert software programming. As the exclusive Australian agents for Valon Kone Oy, Macquarrie is recognized for its expertise in debarking solutions for sawmills. The company headquarters is located in Unit 1/600 Lorimer Street, Port Melbourne, VIC 3207, Australia. 11-50 Employees |
| Date of Breach | 2026-09-01T20:02:08+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-09-03T08:26:41.660075+00:00 |
| Region | AU |
| Business Sector | Financial Services |
How to reduce your ransomware risk
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- phishing simulation — close the gap attackers exploit.
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