Blue Yonder Grapples with Ransomware Attack, Disrupting Global Supply Chains
Blue Yonder, a leading provider of AI-driven supply chain solutions, has been hit by a ransomware attack, impacting its managed services hosted environment. The incident, which occurred on November 21, 2024, has caused disruptions for retailers, manufacturers, and logistics providers worldwide who rely on Blue Yonder’s platform.
In a series of updates posted online, Blue Yonder acknowledged the attack and assured customers that they are working diligently with external cybersecurity firms to restore services and investigate the incident.
“Since learning of the incident, the Blue Yonder team has been working diligently together with external cybersecurity firms to make progress in their recovery process. We have implemented several defensive and forensic protocols,” the company said.
While the company’s Azure public cloud environment remains unaffected, the ransomware attack has disrupted its managed services, impacting critical supply chain operations for numerous businesses.
The attack highlights the growing threat of ransomware to critical infrastructure and supply chains. Blue Yonder plays a vital role in optimizing and accelerating supply chains for companies across various industries, making it a high-value target for cybercriminals.
The company has yet to provide a timeline for full restoration, acknowledging the complexity of the recovery process.
“The experts along with the Blue Yonder team are working on multiple recovery strategies and the investigation is ongoing. At this point in time, we do not have a timeline for restoration.”
Blue Yonder is committed to transparency and providing regular updates to its customers and partners. The company’s latest update on November 24th stated that the team is working around the clock to respond to the incident and make progress.
