Hellenic Public Properties Company impacted by ransomware
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The Hellenic Public Properties Company (ETAD) has been targeted by a ransomware attack, with the incident first noticed on November 8 and currently under investigation by the authorities. The Hellenic Public Properties Co. is the largest company for the management and development of the real estate assets of the Greek State.
ETAD has not provided details regarding the ransom demanded and has indicated that it does not intend to negotiate with the perpetrators. ETAD had maintained regular backups of its data, which allowed for a rapid shutdown of systems to halt the malware's spread.
No details are disclosed about the nature of attack, data exposed or impacted or any impact on individuals through data theft or ransom.
ETAD has reported that the cyber intrusion had a minimal effect on its operations, which are now being progressively reinstated.
