Conti Ransomware Hits KP Snacks

Industry: Food | Level: Strategic | Source: BleepingComputer

On January 28th, 2022, British snacks producer, KP Snacks, was compromised by the Conti ransomware gang. Data compromised from the attack includes various sensitive documents, employee records and financial documents with Conti leaking data stolen from the company. A shortage of KP Snacks would be expected due to the disruption to its supply chain, causing deliveries to be delayed or canceled. The company has notified markets that the shortages may last until the end of March.