Modern Automotive Network Details

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    Modern Automotive Network

    Winston-Salem, North Carolina • 800 employees • Automotive

    https://www.modernauto.com/
    United States

    Industry

    Automotive

    Security Incidents

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    Modern Automotive Network is a dealership group specializing in the sale and service of new and pre-owned vehicles. The organization offers a wide range of automotive brands and models, including both domestic and imported vehicles, and provides comprehensive maintenance, repair, and parts services. Additionally, they offer financing and leasing options to support various customer needs.

    Founded in 1933, Modern Automotive Network has grown significantly over the decades, expanding its presence and enhancing its service offerings. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional customer se...
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    Security Incidents

    Modern Automotive Network Breach of Jul 2024
    Severity Score
    Significant to High

    Type

    Data Breach

    Summary

    On April 14, 2024, Modern Automotive Network became the target of a cyberattack by the BlackByte ransomware group. The attack involved the exfiltration of sensitive data, evidenced by screenshots posted on dark web forums, although the company has not confirmed the breach. BlackByte, known for its ransomware-as-a-service model and double-extortion tactics, has gained notoriety since mid-2021.

    Concurrent with this incident, Advance Auto Parts disclosed a data breach affecting over 2.3 million individuals between April 14, 2024, and May 24, 2024. The breach involved unauthorized access to perso...
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    Severity

    The cyberattack on Modern Automotive Network by the BlackByte ransomware group showcases the significant threat that cybercriminals pose to critical industries like motor vehicle manufacturing. BlackByte, known for its sophisticated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model and double-extortion tactics, allegedly exfiltrated sensitive data, as evidenced by screenshots on dark web forums. Despite the absence of an official statement, the potential compromise of proprietary automotive data underscores a severe breach.

    Simultaneously, Advance Auto Parts experienced a data breach impacting over 2.3 mi...
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    Impact

    The Modern Automotive Network cyberattack was a ransomware incident orchestrated by the BlackByte group, known for its double-extortion tactics. Although the company has not officially confirmed the breach, leaked screenshots suggest that sensitive internal data, potentially including intellectual property and proprietary manufacturing details, was compromised. Additionally, the incident could have affected system availability, disrupting business operations.

    Meanwhile, Advance Auto Parts suffered a significant data breach that exposed personal information, such as Social Security numbers and...
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