A prominent pharmaceutical company in Switzerland was severely impacted by a Dharma ransomware attack, which encrypted critical research data and brought essential operations to a halt. This posed a significant risk to their intellectual property and financial stability.
Approach
The pharmaceutical firm turned to BeforeCrypt for expert assistance. Our team implemented a multifaceted response strategy:
- Immediate Cyber Incident Response: BeforeCrypt mobilized a rapid response team to assess the attack’s impact and isolate affected systems to prevent further spread.
- Detailed Forensic Analysis: We conducted a thorough forensic investigation to understand the attack vectors and identify vulnerabilities that were exploited.
- Negotiation Expertise: Our skilled negotiators engaged with the ransomware attackers, effectively reducing the ransom demand while maintaining confidentiality.
- Regulatory Compliance Guidance: We provided detailed advice on navigating Swiss legal requirements and industry regulations, ensuring all actions taken were compliant.
- Data Decryption and System Recovery: Collaborating with the company’s IT department, BeforeCrypt led the decryption of data and restoration of critical systems, prioritizing research and development operations.
- Enhanced Security Measures: Post-recovery, we conducted a comprehensive security audit and implemented advanced security protocols to mitigate future risks.
Outcome
With BeforeCrypt’s swift intervention, the pharmaceutical company decrypted their essential data and restored operations within 48 hours. The negotiated ransom reduction meant the company avoided making a payment. The implementation of enhanced security measures ensured a stronger defense against potential future cyber threats.
Conclusion
BeforeCrypt’s expert management of the Dharma ransomware incident enabled a leading Swiss pharmaceutical firm to recover quickly from a critical cyber-attack. Our strategic response, effective negotiation, and robust recovery plan ensured business continuity and reinforced the company’s cybersecurity defenses.
