PPL says sensitive data safe despite cyberattack

Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) announced on Friday that its sensitive and basic operational data remained safe after a cyberattack as no harm was caused to operations of the stakeholders and partners, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

The PPL confirmed that its IT infrastructure came under a ransomware cyberattack, with attackers demanding a ransom from the company. A ransom note from Bluelocker was received following the cyber breach.

The incident has been formally reported to regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies, and a thorough investigation is currently under way.

The company clarified that no contact has been established with the hackers so far.

A Pakistan Petroleum Limited spokesperson stated that no sensitive company data was compromised, although certain portions of the IT infrastructure were temporarily suspended as a preventive measure.

Pakistan Petroleum Limited further noted that timely action was taken under its cybersecurity protocols to contain the breach.

The company is now conducting a comprehensive forensic analysis of the incident to assess the extent and source of the attack.

Reporter: Ashraf Khan