Foxconn Attack Highlights Manufacturing's Cyber Crisis

A reported Nitrogen ransomware attack affected several of Foxconn's North American factories; Nitrogen claims to have exfiltrated roughly 11 million files (~8 TB) containing confidential engineering, financial, and client-related documentation, while Foxconn confirmed a cyberattack but did not disclose scope or ransom payment. Security firms note Nitrogen uses SEO poisoning and fake software installers to gain access and emphasize that manufacturers are high-value targets due to supply-chain impact and low tolerance for downtime.