Tag: Advantest

  • Advantest ransomware attack impacts chip equipment supplier

    Advantest ransomware attack impacts chip equipment supplier

    Semiconductor supply chains depend on specialized manufacturers operating without interruption. The Advantest ransomware attack drew attention because the company provides testing equipment used throughout the global chip industry. Advantest confirmed unauthorized access to parts of its internal network followed by ransomware deployment. The company isolated affected systems and launched an investigation with external security experts.…