Numerous 7-Eleven stores in Denmark were forced to close after a confirmed ransomware attack struck multiple branches. The company did not disclose information on the responsible gang other than confirming that the threat actors breached its network and encrypted systems.
The affected company stated on a social media platform that the ransomware attack has forced access to their network. Furthermore, the store manager explained that the threat operators locked their systems, forcing them to shut down their stores temporarily.
Some authorities are involved with the investigation, and the 7-Eleven security team is currently on stand-by and will not delve into the matter since they will not reveal the attack’s scope and effect.
The ransomware attack against 7-Eleven happened last week.
Several 7-Eleven stores in Denmark were prohibited from using their cash register or accepting payment from their customers. Hence, management across Denmark shut down the impacted stores while security groups investigated the breach.
The convenience store also added that their branches have started to open via local operating solutions, such as accepting cash or payment through mobile. Fortunately, a published Google Docs file showed a list of stores and kiosks that resumed their operations in some capacity. As of today, there are approximately 135 7-Eleven stores that restarted their process in Denmark.
7-Eleven’s Chief Executive Officer then shared a thank you post on Facebook stating that they are thankful for their merchants and employees for their efforts in adopting the changes caused by the ransomware attack. The CEO then added that he is also grateful for the support of his customers.
Fortunately, the company confirmed that there is no evidence that the attack has impacted its customers, suppliers, and partners, but they already admitted that it was a ransomware attack. However, they will review if the threat actors stole data from the affected branches.
A standard ransomware attack will encrypt the files of a targeted company and will ask for ransom after it declares its operation. The odd thing about this ransomware campaign is that no ransomware group claimed responsibility for the attack on 7-Eleven Denmark.
