Conpet Confirms Qilin Stole Data

Romania’s national oil pipeline operator, Conpet S.A., confirmed a data breach after the Qilin ransomware group launched a cyberattack on its systems last week. The confirmation comes amid growing concerns over ransomware targeting energy infrastructure across Europe, as Conpet confirms Qilin accessed and stole sensitive company information during the breach.

While the company has not disclosed the exact nature or volume of data extracted, officials acknowledged that the attackers successfully exfiltrated internal files. The incident did not disrupt operational flow within the pipeline network, according to initial reports. However, security analysts warn that corporate data theft could lead to secondary risks, including extortion and reputational harm.

Conpet stated it is working with authorities and cybersecurity experts to assess the full impact of the breach and strengthen its digital defenses. This marks the latest attack by Qilin, a cybercriminal gang known for targeting strategic sectors.

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