Cyberattack Disrupts German Battery-Production Lines

Its unclear what kind of cyberattack VARTA AG is facing, but it has shut down its systems until it can become operational again.

VARTA AG, a
German
battery manufacturer, has announced that it suffered a cyberattack on its IT systems the night of Feb. 12.
The attack has affected five production plants and their administration,
according to the companys press announcement
. Because of this, the companys IT systems and its assembly lines have been temporarily shut down and disconnected from the Internet.
The scope and impact of the attack is still being determined, so its unclear what kind of attack the battery company is dealing with, be it
ransomware
or otherwise.
VARTA AG also noted that it took precautionary measures against further attacks, and that a task force was set up to help resume operations when possible alongside cybersecurity experts.
VARTA AG has not provided any additional information as to when production will resume or when its IT system will once again be connected to the Internet.

Last News
▸ ArcSight prepares for future at user conference post HP acquisition. ◂ Discovered: 07/01/2025 Category: security	▸ Samsung Epic 4G: First To Use Media Hub ◂ Discovered: 07/01/2025 Category: security	▸ Many third-party software fails security tests ◂ Discovered: 07/01/2025 Category: security

**Cyber Security Categories**
Google Dorks Database	Exploits Vulnerability	Exploit Shellcodes

CVE List

Tools/Apps

News/Aarticles

Phishing Database

Deepfake Detection

Trends/Statistics & Live Infos

Tags:
Cyberattack Disrupts German Battery-Production Lines