Law firm Shook Lin & Bok hit by ransomware attack

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An online source claims that the law firm paid a ransom of US$1.4m in Bitcoin to the Akira ransomware group.

New: You can now listen to articles.SINGAPORE: Law firm Shook Lin & Bok was hit by a ransomware attack in April, it confirmed on Thursday .

The firm continues to operate as per usual. It is also working closely with cyber security teams and other specialists to minimise the impact to its clients and stakeholders arising from the “illegal cyber intrusion”. The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore said it was aware of the incident and has offered assistance to the law firm.

Shook Lin & Bok did not respond to questions about whether they paid the ransom and how much they paid. CNA understands the firm has made a police report.

 

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