November 4, 2023 at 12:30PM Ace Hardware, the American hardware retailers’ cooperative, is facing disruptions in operations after a cyberattack on October 29. The attack impacted key IT systems, including ACENET, Warehouse Management Systems, and the retailer’s mobile assistant. Shipments and deliveries have been disrupted, and online orders remain suspended. The company has not disclosed … Read more
November 3, 2023 at 05:10PM Ransomware attacks have been on the rise recently, with various organizations falling victim, including the Toronto Public Library, ACE Hardware, Mr. Cooper, and the British Library. In response, a coalition of 40 countries will pledge to stop paying ransom demands. Microsoft also commits to enhancing security through its ‘Secure Future’ … Read more
November 2, 2023 at 04:57PM Ace Hardware is dealing with a cyberattack that has caused disruptions to its IT systems, preventing local stores and customers from placing orders. The company is working to restore 196 servers and has engaged with IT experts to resolve the issue. Scheduled deliveries are affected, and the ordering functionality on … Read more
October 31, 2023 at 01:48PM Ace Hardware, the world’s largest retailer-owned hardware cooperative, has experienced a cyberattack affecting its IT systems. CEO John Venhuizen confirmed that key operating systems have been interrupted or suspended. Ace Hardware has not provided further information about the attack but has called in digital forensic experts to help restore systems. … Read more