Morrison Express

In 2022, Morrison Express, a Taiwan-based logistics company, fell victim to a LockBit 2.0 ransomware attack, severely disrupting its international logistics operations. The incident underscored the escalating threat posed by ransomware groups, particularly those with suspected ties to Russia, raising alarms over cross-border cyber risks targeting critical supply chain infrastructure. The attack not only crippled operational workflows but also exposed vulnerabilities in global logistics networks, where downtime can cascade into broader economic and reputational damage. While the exact scope of data compromise remains undisclosed, the operational halt suggests significant financial and logistical repercussions, aligning with trends where ransomware groups exploit high-value sectors to maximize pressure for ransom payments. The involvement of LockBit 2.0 a prolific ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operator further amplifies concerns about the geopolitical dimensions of such attacks, as state-affiliated or state-tolerated cybercriminals increasingly target strategic industries.

Source: https://www.redpacketsecurity.com/lockbit-2-0-ransomware-victim-morrisonexpress-com/

TPRM report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/morrison-express

"id": "mor310092125",
"linkid": "morrison-express",
"type": "Ransomware",
"date": "5/2022",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization's existence"

{'affected_entities': [{'industry': 'logistics',
                        'location': 'Taiwan',
                        'name': 'Morrison Express',
                        'type': 'company'}],
 'description': 'Morrison Express, a logistics company in Taiwan, was attacked '
                'by LockBit 2.0 in 2022. The ransomware disrupted '
                'international logistics operations, revealing the growing '
                "trend of targeting global logistics providers. LockBit 2.0's "
                'connections to Russia increase concerns about cross-border '
                'cyber threats.',
 'impact': {'operational_impact': 'disruption of international logistics '
                                  'operations'},
 'ransomware': {'ransomware_strain': 'LockBit 2.0'},
 'threat_actor': 'LockBit 2.0',
 'title': 'Morrison Express Ransomware Attack by LockBit 2.0 (2022)',
 'type': 'ransomware'}