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CNPC Peru S.A.

Ransomware attack by Rhysida Β· Disclosed February 1, 2024 Β· πŸ‡΅πŸ‡ͺ Peru

cnpc.com.pe

Date Disclosed
Feb 1, 2024
2024
Threat Group
Rhysida
195 total victims
Country
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡ͺ Peru
Industry
Energy

Incident Analysis

CNPC Peru S.A. was targeted by Rhysida ransomware, one of the most active ransomware groups in our database with 195 confirmed victims globally. The attack was disclosed on February 1, 2024, when CNPC Peru S.A. appeared on the group's dark web leak site.

CNPC Peru S.A. is based in Peru , operating in the Energy sector. Peru ranks #35 globally for ransomware attacks, with 67 victims in our database.

Sector context: Energy sector attacks can have critical infrastructure implications. Ransomware on operational technology (OT) networks can disrupt power generation and distribution, elevating the urgency of recovery.

Rhysida typically employs a double extortion model: first exfiltrating sensitive data from the victim's systems, then deploying ransomware to encrypt files. Victims face two simultaneous threats β€” paying to restore access and paying to prevent publication of stolen data. The group's leak site publishes victim names and exfiltrated data as leverage.

Data source: This incident record is sourced from public ransomware group leak site disclosures aggregated via the ransomware.live API. Disclosure date reflects when the victim was published on the leak site, which may differ from the initial date of compromise. This platform does not publish or link to stolen data. Last data update: Aug 1, 2026 06:00 UTC.

Frequently Asked Questions

Was CNPC Peru S.A. attacked by ransomware?

Yes. CNPC Peru S.A. was listed as a victim of the Rhysida ransomware group on February 1, 2024. The organisation is based in Peru and operates in the Energy sector. The disclosure appeared on the group's dark web leak site.

Which ransomware group attacked CNPC Peru S.A.?

CNPC Peru S.A. was attacked by Rhysida ransomware. Rhysida is one of the most active ransomware groups, having claimed 195 victims globally. The group typically employs a double-extortion model: encrypting the victim's files and threatening to publish stolen data.

When did the CNPC Peru S.A. ransomware attack occur?

The ransomware attack on CNPC Peru S.A. was disclosed on February 1, 2024. This date reflects when the victim was published on the threat group's leak site, which may differ from the actual date of initial compromise.

What data was stolen in the CNPC Peru S.A. ransomware attack?

The specific data stolen from CNPC Peru S.A. has not been independently verified by this platform. Ransomware groups typically exfiltrate data before encrypting systems and use the threat of publication to pressure victims. As a Energy organisation, CNPC Peru S.A. likely held sensitive business data, client information, and operational records.

How can organisations protect against Rhysida attacks?

To defend against Rhysida and similar threat actors, organisations should: maintain regular offline backups tested for restoration; implement network segmentation to limit lateral movement; deploy multi-factor authentication on all remote access; use endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools; conduct regular phishing and security awareness training; and monitor threat intelligence feeds for indicators of compromise (IOCs) associated with active groups.