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Cyber security is one of the top 3 items that is keeping CEOs up at night.

This Blue Yonder TMS cyber attack really highlights just how vulnerable our supply chain systems have become. With everything we’ve seen this year, from human errors to ransomware attacks, it’s clear we need to rethink how we approach supply chain cybersecurity. For companies like Blue Yonder and the businesses impacted, do they have a proactive approach? Or reactive approach to managing disruption? This calls for a thorough risk assessments for businesses to find and fix weak spots before they’re exploited. Think about how this is affecting everyday life, especially with the holiday season coming up. Delayed shipments and rising costs are frustrating for everyone, From retailers, suppliers, and consumers alike. This really ties into my research on supply chain risk intervention. I’m particularly interested in how companies like Albertsons and Kroger are adapting. What steps are they taking now to prevent this from happening again? What do you think a proactive strategy should look like for Blue Yonder and the companies relying on them? Take my survey to help my project: https://lnkd.in/efHz-pgH

Has anyone felt the ripple effects of the Blue Yonder cyber attack last month? While I was fortunate not to be directly impacted, I’m proud to be part of a proactive, communicative, and cross-functional team that quickly identified potential disruptions and adjusted. How did your team handle the disruption? What strategies helped you adjust? #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #SupplyChain #Teamwork #CrisisManagement #Resilience https://lnkd.in/g_vqXMuE

🚨 Blue Yonder Ransomware Attack Disrupts Grocery Supply Chains in the UK Supply chain management giant Blue Yonder is grappling with a ransomware attack that has significantly impacted its managed services hosting environment. This disruption has caused operational setbacks for grocery chains, including Morrisons and Sainsbury's, which rely on the company's AI-driven supply chain solutions. 🛒 Key Facts What Happened: The ransomware incident occurred on November 21, 2024, disrupting Blue Yonder's managed services environment, which supports its SaaS and cloud-hosted supply chain platforms. Who Is Affected: Blue Yonder's 3,000 customers, including high-profile names like Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Starbucks, Nestle, and 7-Eleven, rely on its systems for demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and transportation management. Client Impact: Morrisons: Reverted to slower backup processes. Sainsbury's: Activated contingency plans to mitigate disruptions. Blue Yonder's Response: Partnering with external cybersecurity firms to recover systems. Implementing defensive and forensic protocols. Public cloud environments have not shown suspicious activity. Updates have been sparse, with no timeline for complete restoration yet. Attack Attribution: No ransomware gang has taken responsibility for the attack so far. 🔍 Why It Matters Supply Chain Vulnerabilities: Cyberattacks targeting supply chain firms can ripple across industries, disrupting critical services like grocery distribution. Economic Impact: Downtime can result in millions of dollars in losses for both service providers and their clients. Escalating Threats: The incident highlights the growing ransomware risk in supply chain operations reliant on cloud and SaaS solutions. 🛡️ Key Takeaways for Businesses Enhance Cybersecurity Posture: Conduct regular assessments and strengthen defenses against ransomware threats. Implement Backup Protocols: Develop robust backup strategies to minimize downtime during cyber incidents. Monitor Vendor Resilience: Evaluate supply chain partners' cybersecurity practices to ensure preparedness. Stay updated on developments via Blue Yonder's customer update page. Let this serve as a reminder to prioritize cyber resilience in supply chain operations. #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #SupplyChain #BlueYonder #BusinessContinuity https://lnkd.in/dz2gwQm9

Blue Yonder Faces A Cloudy Forecast! 🌩️💻 Blue Yonder, a global leader in supply chain software, has suffered a ransomware attack by the Termite group, compromising 680GB of data. Major clients, including Starbucks, faced disruptions, reverting to manual scheduling and payroll processes. 📉📋 The company is working with cybersecurity experts to assess the damage, restore systems and ensure business continuity. This breach highlights the critical importance of robust cyber defences in safeguarding #supplychain operations. 🔒⚙️ #SaaS firms should consider Avanan, a Check Point Company, which will integrate with cloud email platforms and utilise a multi-layered defence strategy to neutralise threats as soon as they are detected. 📧📬 #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #SupplyChainSecurity

𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐔𝐊 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐔𝐒  🚨 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿, one of the world's largest supply chain companies (owned by 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰), has fallen victim to a massive ransomware attack. 🛡️ As per the media statement, Blue Yonder is actively collaborating with third-party cybersecurity providers 🧑💻 to expedite recovery. The company has deployed defensive and forensic protocols to address the situation. 🔍 Additionally, they confirmed no suspicious activity on their 𝗔𝘇𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱 platform following extensive monitoring. 📉 The attack disrupted major businesses: ☕ Starbucks in the UK 🛒 Various supermarket operations in the US, just days before Thanksgiving 🦃 🤔 While the financial loss is yet to be determined, this incident underscores the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures 🔐—even for third-party supply chain companies. 💬 Wishing Blue Yonder and affected businesses a swift recovery 🤞 as they work towards restoring operations. #CyberSecurity #SupplyChain #Ransomware #Resilience #IncidentResponse References: https://lnkd.in/g-RdBc_J https://lnkd.in/gzjbBTRR https://lnkd.in/g9Ug-pZx

Wake Up And Smell The Ransomware: Insights from a Cybercrime Investigation Expert The recent ransomware attack on Blue Yonder, an AI-driven supply chain platform, highlights the growing vulnerabilities in the digital supply chain ecosystem. This attack, which disrupted critical operations for global giants like Starbucks and major U.K. retailers, serves as a stark reminder of how interconnected businesses are increasingly exposed to cyber threats. As a cybersecurity professional, this incident underscores two critical lessons: 1️⃣ Preparedness is Non-Negotiable: Organizations must have robust incident response plans in place to minimize downtime and financial losses. Blue Yonder's ongoing recovery without a confirmed timeline is a clear example of the potential impact of delayed mitigation. 2️⃣ Supply Chain Resilience is Key: Every link in the chain matters. Companies relying on third-party platforms must ensure stringent security audits and regular risk assessments to safeguard their operations. In an era where ransomware attacks are becoming more sophisticated, collaboration between cybersecurity experts, law enforcement, and enterprises is essential to strengthen our defenses. To my network: What proactive measures do you think organizations can adopt to mitigate such risks? Let's discuss and learn from this incident to build a more resilient digital ecosystem. #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #SupplyChain #CyberCrimeInvestigation #ProfessionalInsights #Starbucks

📢New blog out! Curious about how APIs impact retail organizations? 👀 We've got you covered. Here are five key API security challenges for retailers: 1. 🔓 Data Sensitivity 2. 🔍 API Discovery 3. 📈 High Transaction Volumes & Seasonal Spikes 4. 🌐 Complex Ecosystems 5. ⚠️ Evolving Threat Landscape Want to dive deeper? Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/esZsiV7w #retail #APIs #APIsecurity #Cybersecurity Salt Security

📢New blog out! Curious about how APIs impact retail organizations? 👀 We've got you covered. Here are five key API security challenges for retailers: 1. 🔓 Data Sensitivity 2. 🔍 API Discovery 3. 📈 High Transaction Volumes & Seasonal Spikes 4. 🌐 Complex Ecosystems 5. ⚠️ Evolving Threat Landscape Want to dive deeper? Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/g37p7ATV #retail #APIs #APIsecurity #Cybersecurity Salt Security