Ransomware Group Storm Hits: Sharp Motor Group
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Sharp Motor Group — an organization based in AU — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group Storm. This data breach, discovered on 2026-08-24T04:51:59.732876+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Sharp Motor Group |
| Threat Group | Storm |
| Summary | Sharp Motor Group is a privately owned automotive dealership group based in Tweed Heads, New South Wales, Australia. The company serves customers across Tweed Heads, the Northern Rivers region, and the Gold Coast. Sharp Motor Group sells new, used, and demonstrator vehicles and provides vehicle servicing, spare parts, finance, insurance, and trade-in services. Its dealership represents major automotive brands, including Kia, Suzuki, Mahindra, Chery, Renault, and GMSV. The company focuses on providing a convenient one-stop automotive service and emphasizes customer service, value, choice, and a positive buying and ownership experience. The company headquarters is located in 153 Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, NSW 2485, Australia. 51-200 Employees |
| Date of Breach | 2026-08-23T13:02:32+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-08-24T04:51:59.732876+00:00 |
| Region | AU |
| Business Sector | Transportation |
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