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Askul Halts Orders and Shipments After Ransomware Disrupts Systems

The B2B supplier says operations for corporate customers are paused with no estimate for restoration.

Overview

  • Askul disclosed on October 19 that a ransomware infection triggered system failures.
  • The disruption has stopped order intake and deliveries for its business-focused office-supplies service.
  • The company said it has not determined when service can resume.
  • No details have been made public about any ransom demand or potential data exfiltration.
  • National and regional media reported the announcement following the company's notice on Sunday.