Original Footwear, a popular American boots maker catering to law enforcement, military, and other professionals, found itself in the spotlight following claims of a cyberattack by the LockBit ransomware group.
This alleged Original Footwear cyberattack claim was posted on the dark web channel operated by the threat actor where it asserted to have added the American boots maker to its victim list.
Original Footwear has built a reputation for crafting boots with uncompromising quality, prioritizing the safety and protection of individuals in demanding professions.
However, the emergence of the cyberattack on Original Footwear directly, though not confirmed yet, tends to target the legacy and public image of the organization.
The Original Footwear Cyberattack Claims
The LockBit ransomware group, known for its sophisticated tactics and targeting of high-profile organizations, purportedly posted details of the alleged cyberattack on a dark web channel.
While the specifics of the Original Footwear cyberattack remain unclear, the implications for Original Footwear and its stakeholders could have disastrous consequences, considering the organization serves its clientele in the military and law enforcement sectors.
Despite the claims made by the LockBit ransomware group, Original Footwear’s website appears to be functioning normally at present. However, the absence of immediate signs of the cyberattack does not negate the severity of the threat.
The Cyber Express has reached out to the organization to learn more about this alleged cyberattack on Original Footwear. However, at the time of writing this, no official statement or response has been received, leaving the claims of the Original Footwear cyberattack stand unverified at this moment.
Similar Incidents in the past
While Original Footwear has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident, this alleged cyberattack on Original Footwear is just one of the incidents that targeted a big shoemaker and fast fashion designer.
Recently, a large-scale ransomware operation targeted VF Corporation, the parent company of Vans and North Face, in a cyberattack compromising 35.5 million customers’ data.
The exact nature of the stolen information remains undisclosed, but VF Corp confirmed that sensitive data like social security numbers, bank details, and passwords were not compromised.
Despite the claims of a breach, VF Corp assured minimal disruption to operations, with IT systems substantially restored. While suspicions of ransomware involvement persist, the company has not officially confirmed it.
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