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Cyberattack sees crops kept in the ground

ID: ddb4fd91-7666-51db-a322-f8153048c76c

STIX ID: report--ddb4fd91-7666-51db-a322-f8153048c76c

Feed Name: The Register (Security)

Threat Score
70/100

Date Published: 2026-06-17

Date Updated: 2026-06-17

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A cyberattack on Mackay Sugar disrupted harvesting and milling operations in Queensland, forcing growers to delay cane collection and reducing processing capacity at two mills; the incident was claimed by the cybercrime group 'The Gentlemen', which is known for ransomware-as-a-service and double-extortion activities, though the company has not confirmed use of ransomware or disclosed technical details.

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