Exploit: Ransomware
Company: Kronos Ultimate Group
Industry: Payroll Services
Sources: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/12/14/business/businesses-face-payroll-scheduling-woes-after-ransomware-attack-kronos/

HR management company Ultimate Kronos Group has been hit by a ransomware attack that could have devastating ongoing repercussions. The company’s Kronos Workforce Central was paralyzed in the attack. That prevents its clients, including heavyweights like Tesla and Puma, from processing payroll, handling timesheets and managing their workforce. Kronos first became aware of unusual activity on Kronos Private Cloud on Saturday evening. The company’s blog says that it is likely the issue may require several weeks to resolve. 

No consumer/employee PII or financial data loss was disclosed in this breach as of press time.

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